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Colour media is the blanket term for that which is placed into a light
beam in order to colour, or colour-correct it. Other related products
which do not colour the beam are also included in the general category
of "Colour Media". Atlantic Illumination sells both colour products as
well as the others which include reflection, diffusion, and polarizing.

The most popular form is the flexable polyester sheet. Usually referred to as "gel", this is a term that comes from the word "gelatin" - a colour medium developed in the early 1900s. It has now fallen into disuse. However, the term has lived on. Gelatin and polyester are not the only materials used to alter a light beam.
	From the Instructionals portion of our website you may   review the Colour Media Discussion, along with a related   subject: Primary and Secondary Colours
	Here is a Purchase Guide summary chart which will help   decide which type to buy: Colour Media Table
	Also from the Purchase Guide, you can obtain a gel   sample array in the form of a Swatch Book. Each book   contains several hundred samples.
	Our extensive Shop Tips section offers a how-to regarding   the care, storage and maintenance of plastic colour media.   Rejuvenation and recycling tips are also presented.   Colour Media Care and Preservation

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