# ShadowMagic — Lighting Simulator for all

> Virtual stage lighting simulator for design and visualization. (iPhone/iPad app by Crossroads Motorsport, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmagic/id1355895106 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Crossroads Motorsport, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457608809)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 114 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-05-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmagic/id1355895106/reviews.md

## What is ShadowMagic?

A virtual light lab, or Black Box theatre for visualizing lighting, color, shadows, and scenery.


The lab has a 40’ x 30’ stage and a 40' x 20' cyclorama. The theatre space is 80’ wide, 40’ high, and 80’ deep.

Designers can choose up to eight  fixtures to light a very basic scene. Two types of lights are available. The Source Four® Spotlight is available with 14°, 26°, 19°, 36°,  50° lens barrels. The The Source Four® 7” Fresnel may also be selected and zooms from full flood at 65° to spot focus with a beam angle of 20°. All of the beam spreads are photometrically correct. 

The lamp for both fixtures is a 750 W HPL, and when it is dimmed the color temperature decreases from 3200° K at full down to 2300° when the light is at 4%. Each light can be dimmed individually or the entire scene lowered using a grand master. Intensity has a resolution of 1%.

A theatre lighting simulator would not be complete without gels and we have over 1600 colors to choose from the 4 major manufacturers. The gels can be assembled into a collection called a gel string and any color from the string can be applied to each light.

Each of the lights may be positioned anywhere around the theatre to simulate booms, shinbusters, or the balcony rail. Resolution of the position is 0.1 feet. When focused on the actor, the lights are auto-focused so you can move the light’s position and see the resulting angle. Lights focused on the backdrop are focused manually by touching the cyc.

When you move or rotate the actor, the lights will follow and stay focused right in the center of the body.

Scenes may be saved and organized into projects. Both can be shared as a .pdf report with colleagues and friends to show off your ideas.

While simple in concept and operation, ShadowMagic has subtleties such as reflections from a matte gray stage covering and the coloring of shadows from other light fixtures. From beginners to seasoned professionals, ShadowMagic makes visualizing and lighting  a scene much quicker and easier and more fun.

## Key features

- Virtual light lab and Black Box theatre
- Realistic Source Four® Spotlight and Fresnel fixtures
- Zoom and dimming capabilities with photometric accuracy
- Over 1600 gel colors from major manufacturers
- Precise fixture positioning and auto-focus
- Save, organize, and share designs as PDF reports

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmagic/id1355895106/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Visually Helpful

*2018-10-02*

Like the app and where it’s going. Most useful was using it to visually explain how light shadows backgrounds for non visual clients. On its way to bring another valuable tool for lighting professionals and students alike.

## Frequently asked questions about ShadowMagic

### What is ShadowMagic?

ShadowMagic is a virtual light lab and Black Box theatre designed for visualizing lighting, color, shadows, and scenery in stage productions. It offers realistic lighting fixtures and a wide range of gel colors for detailed scene design.

### What devices does ShadowMagic support?

ShadowMagic is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on iOS devices.

### How much does ShadowMagic cost?

ShadowMagic is a paid application priced at $14.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for stage lighting simulation.

### Does ShadowMagic have ads?

No, ShadowMagic does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted user experience focused on design and visualization.

### How often is ShadowMagic updated?

The latest version of ShadowMagic is 1.3.4, last updated on December 12, 2025. Updates typically bring improvements and new features to enhance the user experience.

### What is the age rating for ShadowMagic?

ShadowMagic has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### Can I share my lighting designs with others using ShadowMagic?

Yes, scenes created in ShadowMagic can be saved and shared as a .pdf report with colleagues and friends. This feature allows for easy collaboration and presentation of your lighting ideas.

### What kind of lighting fixtures are available in ShadowMagic?

ShadowMagic features two types of photometrically correct fixtures: the Source Four® Spotlight with various lens barrel options (14°, 26°, 19°, 36°, 50°) and the Source Four® 7” Fresnel, which zooms from 65° flood to a 20° spot focus.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.4 — 2025-12-12

Added Metric dimensions for use for those outside of the U.S.  Corrected support contact information.

### 1.3.2 — 2024-03-06

Improved the transparency of the scrim at the back of the stage.

### 1.3.1 — 2021-09-24

Improvements in rendering and bug fixes.

### 1.3.0 — 2020-01-13

Sample scenes are included to use as starting places for your scenes. Projects can now be shared as files with colleagues. They can  instantly see your ideas. Any scene changes are now reminded for saving. We have improved the behavior in dark environments.

### 1.2.9 — 2019-04-11

Announcing a new company behind ShadowMagic, Crossroads Motorsport, LLC. Same people, just a new company. We have some great new features coming soon.

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