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Sometimes luck is on your side!!

Yesterday we had an incredible staff day out at Blackpool.

Dennis managed to lose his phone on the very first ride we went on🤦🏻‍♂️, the Grand National roller coaster! It spent the night on the track and this morning the park safety crew 👨‍🔧👩‍🔧diligently went out to retrieve it during their track safety inspection. Words can’t describe how brilliant their customer service has been. Thank you to Kelly and the amazing BPB team for saving the day.

The first picture is Dennis and Kelly, then where it spent the night on Bechers Brook and the picture he took just before the ride set off!

We’ll be back! It truly is the best theme park in the UK, not only for its amazing customer service ✅ but the fantastic rides and their overlapping interaction🎢, wonderful theming 🎡and breadth of attractions. Bravo Blackpool Pleasure Beach!

Another absolutely incredible turnout tonight for our projection show ‘The Boy and the Pearl’ commissioned by and at the

We’ve worked with the brilliant composer and local music legend as well as Collen Chandler our lead animator. With a beautiful art installation made by over 4000 local school children and artist Judith Herring who made the giant driftwood dragon head.

We’re so pleased that over 600(edit*1200*🌳) trees have been given out by to help fight climate change and build our forests!

We hope the 3000+ people who’ve been today have enjoyed it as much as we have!

This is how Liverpool does world class events!

Thanks to .co.uk and for the great kit too.

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So in other news! We’ve also created a static vinyl design ‘Harmony in Blossom’ adorning the buildings of Liverpool ONE Official in Peters Square for Lunar New Year! Let us know what you think!

Harmony in Blossom unveiled at Liverpool ONE for Lunar New Year Celebrations - Liverpool ONE Peter’s Lane has received an artistic makeover in time for the Lunar New Year celebrations.

The countdown is on for Lunar New Year Celebrations 🐉 🎊 Culture Liverpool

🎆 Focal Studios Ltd will be bringing the story of the ‘The Boy and the Pearl’ over 3 spectacular nights of projections. Inspired by traditional Chinese folklore, the story has been developed in collaboration with Pagoda Arts, The Bombed Out Church - Official & local artists.

🏮The grounds of the church will also be brought to life with a stunning audio-visual art installation developed by the Bombed Out Church’s community engagement team.

🌳 The Mersey Forest will also be part of the celebrations during day times. Where they'll be giving away 500 small trees for people to plant at home & more.

➡️ Further details can be found over on slboc.com/whats-on

🙌 Thank you to funding partners Liverpool City Council Culture Liverpool VisitLiverpool.com

Immersive Dreams Series- Insights in AI 🎇

"AI's impact on creativity is undeniable, from generating novel ideas to enhancing the creative process, it's reshaping how we approach and experience art."

Our Immersive Dreams series is where creativity and innovation collide. To kick off this mini-series, we've answered some questions about our thoughts on the future of A.I. within immersive tech, prompts, and how we integrate artificial intelligence into our work.

What is your most absurd prompt? We would love to hear them, Let us know in the comments! ⌨️

👋 We're thrilled to announce a powerhouse addition to our Team – meet Femi ! 🎉

🖥️ Role: Media Technician
🌐 Expertise: Web Development / Creative Coder
💼 Mission: To make our services, technologies and innovations accessible to more people.

We've made Manchester's first immersive dining experience utilising projection mapping!

It is an incredible collaboration between us, , , , , and .

The AV includes:
• 3 custom made 'portals' featuring anamorphic illusions into a 3D Enchanted world visible above diners.
• A custom built lighting, video and audio system controllable by the restaurant host.

All of this was made possible with the seamless integration of 's EB-800F projectors on custom Unicol mounts, visuals made in , mapping in and show control using 's QLab 5.

Ticket link in our bio.

Watch now: https://vimeo.com/891818939/025fb479a0?share=copy

Say hello to the new Focal Van! 😱

We thought it was about time we invested in a company vehicle to help us deliver AV installations to our growing network of clients across the UK.

It even comes with flashing lights on the roof so we can turn up like Ghostbusters! 👻😎 What sort of funky visuals shall we get it fully wrapped in? Tell us what you think!

We split our forces on Tuesday to tackle multiple projects simultaneously...

Over in Speke, part of our team was engaging with Imperial Brands Global Careers, showcasing our cutting-edge equipment for hire whilst also demonstrating our proficiency in technician operations and audio-visual wizardry.

At the same time, Dennis was making waves at the Spine Building with LYVA Labs. He was immersed in a full-day workshop devoted to innovation services...

For Remembrance Day this year, we were honored to be back in Worsley, Salford, paying a respectful nod to the locals who served in the great wars. We used projection mapping to share their stories.

The team put in a lot of effort to get the projections just right, diligently animating the content to suit the nature of the memorial. We turned Worsley Green Monument, the Delph and Worsley canal bridge into animated canvases, acting as powerful reminders of incredible bravery and sacrifice.

Our production was end-to-end, from booking eco-fuel generators, running our own 16a cabling, risk assessing and stewarding, projections and audio, animation and 3D content. The team worked hard to make sure everything we did was a fitting tribute, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who came.

Watch the projection here 👉 https://bit.ly/3G63Pya

Remembrance Worsley 2023

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow

        In Flanders fields.

We're proud to remember the brave souls who fought and died for our liberty. We will remember them. We hope our 2nd year of memorial projections in Worsley pay a fitting tribute. We continue tonight from 5pm - 9pm.

This morning we've been busy getting ready for Remembrance Day in Worsley, where we're setting up a projection event this weekend.

Just one last touch needed – the felt roof!

Bonfire Night's come and gone, and what a night it was in Liverpool!

Our team transformed the historic The Bombed Out Church - Official into an awesome firework display...

Here's how we brought the magic:

📽️ Pulled out the high-end projectors to light up the church walls.
🔧 Our tech crew made sure everything went to plan.
🖌️ We rolled out some really cool animated fireworks.
💡 Dressed up the trees in twinkly LED lights.

Take a look at our photos and videos to see it all in action!

Ever seen a building spring to life? Or witnessed a bare wall weave a story?

Projection mapping is a cutting-edge technique that transforms everyday items and surfaces — from buildings and walls to unique canvases — into mesmerising visual displays.

It uses light to change what's ordinary and static into dynamic stories. But why is it so captivating?

🔄 Versatility: From massive displays on famous buildings to quiet art showpieces in galleries, projection mapping fits all sizes.

👀 Engagement: With so many digital distractions nowadays, projection mapping grabs focus, stirs feelings, and offers a fresh perspective.

♻️ Sustainability: Rather than using heaps of materials that might end up as rubbish, projection mapping is temporary and kinder to our planet.

🎬 Immersive Storytelling: It goes beyond just a show; it crafts stories that stick, enhancing events, promotions, and artistic displays.

Although, isn't a one-size-fits-all technique. It comes in a myriad of shapes and sizes, tailored to create a unique impact wherever it's applied. Whether it's:

🌃 Guerilla Projection that employs bold tactics in cityscapes,

🏦 Building Projections animating architectural wonders,

🔮 Novel Surfaces where art meets history,

🖼️ Installations converting any area into a dynamic visual scene,

🎭 or Mural Projections turning static walls into vibrant, storytelling canvases...

At Focal Studios, we're adept at curating these vibrant tales that mesmerise and resonate. Fancy illuminating your space or event?

Click here 👉 https://bit.ly/3sptkqO

Projection Mapping — Focal Studios Focal Studios offer 3D projection mapping to turn surfaces into dynamic, interactive experiences. The custom video content can be mapped to any geometry including buildings, archeology, infrastructure, museums, retail spaces, art installations and more.

🎉 HUGE NEWS! 🎉 in Liverpool was a phenomenon, setting a new record as the most successful host city EVER!

We're thrilled to have contributed to this success, adding sparkle to the event by illuminating the Birkenhead Ventilation Tower, reflecting the city's vibrant energy!

From maneuvering equipment with tugs to lighting up the sky with unity's colors, every challenge was worth it. Thanks to everyone who supported us! 🥂

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Read all about it here: https://bit.ly/3s68Fbc

We're pleased to announce a fantastic new project with our friends at Australasia, Femme Fatale Entertainment, Natural Selection Design, and Nineteen Agency!

Together, we're working on a special immersive installation coming this winter. Keep an eye out; great stuff is on the way...

Dennis headed back to Liverpool John Moores University yesterday, but this time, he wasn't hitting the books — he was teaching! Having aced his studies recently, he's now sharing all the cool stuff he knows.

He talked about projection mapping, showing how it transforms dull surfaces into dynamic visuals. Using specialized software, a projector breathes life into 3D objects, making them shift, move, and practically dance.

What's super exciting is seeing Dennis go from studying hard to teaching others. He's not just going over what's in the books; he's showing how to create these awesome illusions in real life, using light, technology, and creativity.

For us, it's thrilling to be part of the journey with new Masters students; sharing real hands-on expertise. And who knows...this approach could very well ignite the spark that leads to the next big breakthrough in digital art and technology.

The past two days at the Healthy City Design 2023 International Congress have been awesome!

Our job was handling the live A/V, sorting out presentations, and helping delegates get ready for their talks. We worked hard to make sure everyone's talks were spot on, looking and sounding perfect.

There were so many cool ideas flying around. People talked about filling cities with more parks and green spaces, building better homes, using tech smarter, switching to electric cars, and really listening to everyone in the community.

One of the highlights was definitely the talk from the Wirral Council. They shared all about the Dock Branch Project that's going on right in our backyard in Birkenhead. It's always special when something so innovative is happening so close to home...

😎 We can't wait until the next one!

As you've probably realised by now, we are massive nerds when it comes to groundbreaking technology. From immersive media to 3D projection, every visual experience we create is intended to mesmerise and elevate.

What do you think of our concept designs for an upcoming project?

We're absolutely thrilled to announce our support for The World Transformed Festival! 🌍✨

Proudly powering the visuals, we've got 6 of our top-notch projectors and 3 fast fold screens in action! Ensuring that every moment, message, and meaning is experienced in the best quality.

Got an event or need top-tier equipment on a budget? Look no further! 👉 https://bit.ly/3XqoQeS

As you can see we're in deep planning mode for some fantastic immersive projects coming this Winter!

So bear with us on the creative posts...🤣

In the meantime, can you spot the biscuits in our new office? 🍪🧐

Yesterday, we had a brilliant day out at the Wirral and Chester Business Fair! The place was buzzing, and we had a cracking chance to meet loads of local Wirral businesses and see what’s ticking in the community. So much energy and inspiration around!

Then, we hopped over to FACT Liverpool for the "Imagine Bamboo is Everywhere" film screening. It was a genuine eye-opener!

Not just a film, it was a lesson on the versatility of bamboo and how we can utilise it in set design and even projector enclosures. Left us pondering on more sustainable ways to get things done – eco-warrior style! 🌿💪

Have a gander at these pictures we snapped 📸

When promoting your brand, the 'unusual' often captivates the most...

That's why we've been experimenting with Midjourney to show the possibilities of immersive tech displays. Help us out: which one would resonate most with your audience?

🖼️ CAVE (Computer Augmented Virtual Environment): This tech transforms a room into a dynamic visual space by projecting digital imagery on walls, crafting an interactive 3D environment.

🌀 HyperVSN: A cutting-edge holographic display system. By using LED visuals, it projects 3D graphics that appear to float in mid-air. And with our solo version on the way, get ready for some truly captivating showcases!

🌐 360° Immersive Experiences: A holistic visual journey offering users a panoramic view of simulated environments — perfect for virtual tours or product showcases.

🎭 Projection Mapping: Turning static objects into dynamic visual stories by aligning projected visuals onto varied surfaces.

✨ Spatial AR: AR technology that overlays digital elements directly onto physical environments, allowing users to experience augmented content without the need for wearable devices.

Weigh in below! 👇🏼

PS: If we've piqued your interest, you can learn more here: https://bit.ly/3r2RhUq