Amber shift

Amber Shift and Dimmers
– Domestic lighting controlled with dimmers
– Dimming the light produces a warm, amber color
– Increasing the light level makes the light more white
– Dimmers can be used to adjust the color temperature of the light
– Incandescent lighting is commonly used with dimmers

Uses of Amber Shift
– Incandescent lighting can be used for various practical applications
– Different color temperatures of light can be achieved
– High color temperature light is often desired for art exhibitions
– Amber shift properties can be used to enhance the warmth of a piece
– Dimmed lighting with amber shift is used in social and dining settings

Amber Shift in Art Exhibitions
– Artists prefer high color temperature light for accurate representation of colors
– High color temperature light is ideal for showcasing paintings and photos
– Amber shift can be used to accentuate the warmth of a piece
– Lighting plays a crucial role in enhancing the visual impact of artwork
– Different lighting techniques can be used to create desired effects

Amber Shift in Social and Dining Settings
– Restaurants and bars often dim lighting to maximize amber shift
– Warm, amber-shifted light enhances skin tones in a more attractive manner
– Interior designers believe warm light creates a more intimate atmosphere
– Lighting design can influence the overall ambiance of social spaces
– Amber shift can be used strategically to create a desired mood

Counteracting Amber Shift
– Color temperature correction can be used to counteract amber shift
– CT light filters are placed in front of light sources
– Filters appear blue to the naked eye
– Filters counteract dominant amber colors through subtractive mixing
– Color temperature correction allows for achieving a more white light Source:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amber_shift