Christie HS Series projectors powered a seasonal projection mapping experience at Waddesdon Manor, in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.
Yes Events deployed 11 Christie DWU23-HS 1DLP laser projectors, supplied by Christie partner A.C. Entertainment Technologies, to map the 10-minute content designed by mapping expert Jamie Shiels. The content, inspired by the festive season and popular children’s books, was projected onto the façade of the French Renaissance-style Loire chateau for festive revellers to enjoy as part of a ‘Christmas at Waddesdon’ experience.
“Yes Events has been working with the National Trust at Waddesdon Manor for several years, and they previously explored the idea of projecting onto the building, but everything came together this year to bring it to life,” commented Stuart Burdett, Video Sales Manager, AC Entertainment Technologies. “It really helped to create a Christmas storytelling event, and elevated the entire experience and atmosphere. The projectors have been great. We were delighted with the colours, the balance is great and it was very vibrant on the building. It has been great to see it creating some ‘wow’ moments, with lots of smiling faces in the crowd and people taking photos.”
The Manor’s façade included many uneven surfaces, creating an installation and content challenge. An existing laser scan of the building was incorporated into media software, allowing the team to visualise where to locate the projector towers before going on-site. The team also had to consider the issue of fog potentially blocking the projection, so they ensured the projectors were not positioned too far from the building.
“Yes Events first purchased Christie projectors from us five years ago,” added Burdett. “They really enjoyed having the H Series in their fleet, and now, the HS Series allows them to go brighter and switch to the benefits of laser technology, while keeping the same lens suite and accessories. It was a natural fit to continue with Christie.”
The team spent a week on site for setup and were able to align the projectors within a few evenings.
