Amsterdam Light Festival

From December 7th 2012 until January 20th 2013, the historic city centre of Amsterdam was lit up by brilliant light art installations from artists all over the world during the first annual Amsterdam Light Festival.

Photo by Arjen Dienske [source]

Christmas Canal Parade

Photo by Alphons Nieuwenhuis [Source]

‘OVO’ by ACT Lighting Design and Odeaubois

Photo by Janus van den Eijnden [source]

‘1.26 Amsterdam’ by Janet Echelman

Photo by Janus van den Eijnden [source]

‘Projectie’ by Mr. Beam

Photo by Janus van den Eijnden [source]

Magere Brug

Photo by Alphons Nieuwenhuis [source]

‘Flower from the universe’ by Titia Ex

Photo by Janus van den Eijnden [source]

‘Wishing well’ by Wilhelmusvlug and Patrick Avontuur

Photo by Janus van den Eijnden [source]

‘Signs’ by Claudia Reh

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Custom Lighting

When you’re in a creative mood and would like to spice up your living space with DIY lamps, then let these awesome creations inspire you!

Cloud Light

I found this lamp on Weddinghigh.com. It’s meant to be hung on your wedding, but I could see myself hang one of those in my bedroom as well! All you need are led lights, a hot glue gun, cotton batting, and paper lanterns. For step by step instructions, see Wedding High. 
[This article has been borrowed with the kind permission of Wedding Consultant and Author, Bláithín O’ Rilly Murphy {aka The Wedding Expert}, who writes the daily wedding blog; Wedding High.]

Twine Lamps

These lamps from Crafty Nest are made from hemp string. The perfect round shape is created by using a ball instead of a balloon, which is also used often. Very nice!

Lace Lamp

The people from Dos Family have found a crafty way of creating cute looking lamps made of lace. Must give a nice pattern on the walls!