Multilayer system for creating transference scene

Abstract

To provide a multilayer system and method for creating a transference scene.SOLUTION: A system may include: a first part providing a first scene (for example, a daytime scene) of an image: a second part providing a second scene (for example, a night scene) of the image: and means (for example, backlight illumination) for transferring the system from the first scene to the second scene. The first part may be a first mode stack; the second part may be a second mode stack; the second mode stack may include layers more than those of the first mode stack; a filter may be arranged between the stacks; the first mode may be visible by light applied to the first mode stack; and the selective activation of the backlight illumination can transfer the system from the first mode to the second mode, for example, can shift or reinforce the image from the first mode to the second mode.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] TECHNICAL FIELD This application relates to a multi-layer system and method for creating transitional scenes. [Background technology]

[0002] Printed methods have been used to transition scenes between different lighting schemes to create artistic effects. In some instances, the scene may contain two layers, one for each mode or image. However, existing methods do not offer much room for control and nuance in the images produced.

[0003] Therefore, what is needed is a system and method for creating scenes that transition between different appearances or effects (e.g., different lighting effects) in a manner that is easily maintainable, simply controlled, and manufacturable in a repeatable manner. Summary of the Invention [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] In one example, a system configured to selectively display a first scene or a second scene of an image includes a first portion providing the first scene of the image and a second portion providing the second scene of the image. The system may include a backlight, the second portion being disposed between the backlight and the first portion. Selective activation of the backlight can transition the system from the first scene to the second scene.

[0005] Optionally, the first scene is visible by light directed onto the first portion.

[0006] Optionally, the system includes a filter layer disposed between the first portion and the second portion. The first portion, the second portion, and the filter layer may be stacked and aligned on top of each other. The filter layer may include a mask that covers the first portion of the image. The first portion may include a foreground of the image.

[0007] Optionally, the second portion includes multiple film layers having the second scene. The first portion may include one film layer having the first scene.

[0008] Optionally, the first portion includes a first mode stack providing a first scene of images, and the second portion may include a second mode stack providing a second scene of images.

[0009] Optionally, the backlighting is edge-lit.

[0010] In another example, a system switchable between a first mode displaying a first scene of an image and a second mode displaying a second scene of an image includes a first mode stack providing the first scene, a second mode stack providing the second scene, and backlighting. The second mode stack may be disposed between the backlighting and the first mode stack. The first scene may be visible due to light applied to the first mode stack. Selective activation of the backlighting can transition the system from the first scene to the second scene.

[0011] Optionally, the system includes a filter layer disposed between the first mode stack and the second mode stack. The filter layer may include a neutral density filter.

[0012] Optionally, the first mode stack includes a first number of film layers. The second mode stack may include a second number of film layers. The second number may be greater than the first number. Each film layer of the first mode stack and the second mode stack may include an image element that is aligned when stacked on top of each other. A first scene or a second scene may be printed on each film layer.

[0013] In another example, a system configured to display a visual image includes a first mode that provides a first scene for the image, a second mode that provides a second scene for the image, and backlighting, and the system may be configured to transition between the first mode and the second mode based on activation of the backlighting.

[0014] Optionally, the system includes a second mode stack providing a second scene. The backlighting may be configured to selectively illuminate the second mode stack. Selectively illuminating the second mode stack can shift the image from the first scene to the second scene. The system may include a first mode stack providing the first scene. The first mode stack and the second mode stack may each include one or more film layers. The second mode stack may include a greater number of film layers than the first mode stack. The system may include a neutral density (ND) filter disposed between the second mode stack and the first mode stack. The ND filter may define a mask cut to cover a selected portion of the image.

[0015] Optionally, the system includes a front light configured to shine light on a front surface.

[0016] In addition to the exemplary aspects and embodiments described above, further aspects and embodiments will become apparent by reference to the drawings and by study of the following descriptions. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0017] [Figure 1] 1 illustrates an exemplary scene generator and an exemplary mounting of the scene generator. [Figure 2] 1 illustrates an exemplary first mode of the scene generator. [Figure 3] 10 illustrates an exemplary second mode of the scene generator. [Figure 4] 1 shows an exploded view of the scene generator. [Figure 5] 1 illustrates an exemplary computing system for implementing various examples described herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] According to the present disclosure, a scene generator or transition assembly is disclosed. The scene generator is configured to transition between different appearances (e.g., different scenes or modes) to create two or more effects from a single assembly. In one example, the scene generator includes a stack of layered materials, a filter layer, and a combination of lighting to create an image that can transition between different scenes (e.g., switch between a first (e.g., daylight or daytime) mode and a second (e.g., night or nighttime) mode). The layered stack may include several (e.g., multiple) prints of ink or other coloring on a translucent material. The image may transition from one scene to another based on changes in lighting (e.g., based on which lighting elements are turned off or on). For example, front lighting (or ambient lighting) may cause a first mode to appear. Edge lighting or back lighting may cause a second mode to appear (e.g., in the absence of front lighting and / or in the presence of back lighting illuminating the back of the scene).

[0019] The transitional scenes may be incorporated as part of an artistic display (e.g., decoration) or to provide an immersive experience. Additionally, in some embodiments, the scene generator may be incorporated into other elements, such as furniture, for example, embedded in or coupled to a bed frame, table, etc.

[0020] FIG. 1 illustrates a scene generator 100 configured to generate or display an image 104 for viewing. For example, the scene generator 100 may display the image 104 for a viewer to view. To that end, the scene generator 100 may be mounted at a desired location for viewing. For example, the scene generator 100 may be mounted to a wall, floor, ceiling, or other fixed structure. In another example, the scene generator 100 may be incorporated into or integrated with furniture, equipment, or other mobile devices or systems (e.g., in a ride vehicle, vehicle, etc.). In the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 1, the scene generator 100 may be mounted to a headboard 108, although other configurations are contemplated.

[0021] As an example, the scene generator 100 may be implemented as a separate unit, e.g., the scene generator 100 may be positioned or mounted as needed (e.g., placed on a nightstand, desk, or shelf, hung on a wall, held by hand), or, in another example, portions of the scene generator 100 may be distributed across other devices or components (e.g., a portion of the headboard 108 may be part of the scene generator 100).

[0022] As described herein, the scene generator 100 may transition between a first mode and a second mode (e.g., the image 104 may transition between corresponding scenes (e.g., the first scene and the second scene of the image 104)). In keeping with the above overview, FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary first mode of the scene generator 100, and FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary second mode of the scene generator 100. The first mode may be a bright mode (e.g., a day or daytime mode) and the second mode may be a dark mode (e.g., an evening or night mode), although other configurations are contemplated. For example, the first and second modes may be different bright modes or daytime modes, or the first and second modes may be different dark modes or night modes.

[0023] Referring to FIG. 2 , in a first mode, a first scene 202 of the image 104 may be displayed. The first scene 202 may correspond to a daytime, midday, or daylight view of the image 104, such as a perspective of a scene (e.g., a nature scene) during daylight hours. The first scene 202 may include one or more first image elements 206 (e.g., a background 210 and a foreground 214). In the nature scene shown in FIG. 2 , the first scene 202 may include one or more trees 218, shrubs 222, flowers 226, and other plants. By way of example, the first scene 202 may include non-plant elements. Different images or scenes may include different image elements.

[0024] The first image element 206 may have a first appearance in a first mode, which corresponds to, for example, how the image 104 is perceived under a first type of lighting (e.g., during daylight hours), a first artistic perspective or representation of the image / scene, etc. For example, the first image element 206 may appear in a first manner associated with daylight hours (e.g., in sunlight). For example, the first mode may be produced by a first type of lighting, e.g., ambient or external lighting, or positioned to illuminate a first side of the scene generator 100.

[0025] 3 , in a second mode, a second scene 302 of the image 104 may be displayed. The second scene 302 may correspond to an evening, nighttime, after-sunset, or after-twilight view of the image 104, for example, a perspective of the same scene at night, under moonlight, or at night. The second scene 302 may include one or more second image elements 306. The second image elements 306 may be the same as or different from the first image elements 206. For example, the second image elements 306 may include the background 210, the foreground 214, the trees 218, the shrubs 222, the flowers 226, and other image elements of the first scene 202. In the example shown in FIG. 4 , the second image elements 306 include at least one element (e.g., a firefly 330 or other light-emitting insect) that is different from the first image elements 206. In some examples, the fireflies 330 may be highlighted by one or more effect lights (eg, selectively illuminating some portions of the scene).

[0026] The second image element 306 may have a second appearance in a second mode, where the second appearance is different from the first appearance. The second appearance may correspond to how the image 104 is perceived under a second type of lighting (e.g., during nighttime), a second artistic perspective or representation of the image / scene, etc. The second image element 306 may appear in a second style associated with nighttime (e.g., under moonlight, in low light, etc.), where the second style of the second scene 302 is different from the first style of the first scene 202. The second mode may be produced by a second type of lighting, where the second type of lighting may be, for example, an internal light or positioned to illuminate a second side of the scene generator 100.

[0027] By way of example, at least one image element (e.g., each image element) may appear different in the second scene 302 than in the first scene 202. For example, the image elements may differ in color, hue, or shading, among other visual characteristics, in the second scene 302 from the first scene 202. Exemplary image element differences in the second scene 302 may include at least some of the following: flowers 226 appearing brighter (e.g., "popping out"), trees 218 having different highlights, shrubs 222 appearing duller, fireflies 339 appearing or glowing, and the like. By way of example, fireflies 330 may be associated with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or fiber optic points, e.g., each firefly 330 may be associated with an individual LED or fiber optic point (e.g., to create flashing fireflies, blinking on and off, or other effects). By way of example, LEDs or fiber optic points (or other lighting elements) may be used in any layer, for example, in a layer behind the backlight or in a layer in the same plane as the backlight. In such instances, further activation layers can be added, allowing elements of the night scene to be brighter or have activation levels (e.g., blinking, flashing, etc.).

[0028] FIG. 4 shows an exploded view of the scene generator 100. The scene generator 100 may include a first stack or portion (e.g., a first mode stack 402) and a second stack or portion (e.g., a second mode stack 406). The first mode stack 402 may include at least one film layer or print of a first scene (e.g., the first scene 202), for example, a first number of film layers (e.g., a print 410). The print 410 may be vellum, acetate film (e.g., clear acetate film), or other translucent or transparent film on which the first scene 202 is printed. The print 410 may include a level of opacity, such as a level of opacity that reflects light (e.g., obscuring the second mode stack 406 and other elements located behind the first mode stack 402). In an example using vellum, the film layer may be translucent rather than transparent. In examples using acetate, the film layer may be transparent. In such examples, a translucent layer may be printed. For example, printing one print 410 may include a two-step process, such as a (e.g., unpatterned) white base coat with a density of about 15%, followed by a color print (e.g., a patterned three-color print) on top of the base coat.

[0029] The second mode stack 406 may include at least one film layer or print of a second scene (e.g., the second scene 302), for example, it may include a second number of film layers (e.g., a plurality of prints 414 (e.g., three prints 414)). The second number may be greater than the first number, for example, the second mode stack 406 may include more film layers than the first mode stack 402. Each print of the plurality of prints 414 may be vellum, acetate film (e.g., clear acetate film), or other translucent or transparent material (e.g., film printed with a blue night scene). By way of example, the first mode stack 402 may be a front layer / stack and the second mode stack 406 may be a rear layer / stack. In examples using vellum, the film layer may be translucent rather than clear. In examples using acetate, the film layer may be transparent. In such examples, the translucent layer may be printed. For example, printing each print 414 may involve a two-step process, such as a (e.g., unpatterned) white base coat with a density of approximately 15%, followed by a color print (e.g., a patterned three-color print) on top of the base coat.

[0030] As an example, the second mode stack 406 may include more layers / prints than the first mode stack 402 (e.g., the second mode stack 406 may include three prints 414 compared to one print 410 in the first mode stack 402). The second mode stack 406 may require more layers / prints to overcome the colors of the first mode stack 402 (e.g., overcome yellow film and / or strong daylight colors) and achieve the desired saturation, color, etc. so that the second scene 302 appears realistic or true to color. These additional layers may also provide increased sophistication. In another example, the second mode stack 406 may include thicker films than the first mode stack 402 to achieve the desired saturation, color, etc.

[0031] With continued reference to FIG. 4 , the scene generator 100 may include an optional filter layer 422 between the first mode stack 402 and the second mode stack 406. The filter layer 422 may provide a mask 426 (cutout) that masks or covers certain portions of the image 104, for example, to darken such portions or to provide other artistic effect or intent. For example, the filter layer 422 may mask selected portions of the image 104 (e.g., the background 210 or other desired portions of the image 104). The filter layer 422 may darken the image by reducing the amount of light passing through, and may or may not change the color of the scene. By way of example, the filter layer 422 may be a neutral density (ND) filter or layer that reduces the amount of light passing through the scene generator 100. For example, the ND filter may block approximately 20% to approximately 80% of the light (e.g., approximately 60% of the light). As an example, the filter layer 422 may increase the depth of the image 104 (eg, to create a three-dimensional effect).

[0032] The scene generator 100 may include a backlight 430 (e.g., behind the scene generator 100). The backlight 430 may include a light panel or other controllable lighting element for providing backlighting toward the scene generator 100. By way of example, the backlight 430 may be edge-lit, although other configurations are contemplated. The backlight 430 may include one or more LEDs (e.g., an LED panel) or other lighting elements configured to generate visible light (e.g., white light). Other light sources may include ultraviolet (UV) light (e.g., invisible light). Although not shown, the scene generator 100 may include a protective layer (e.g., in front of the scene generator 100). The protective layer may be a layer of glass, acrylic, or the like that protects the stack. By way of example, the scene generator 100 may be encased in a frame (not shown).

[0033] The various layers of the scene generator 100 may be stacked directly on top of each other (without any spacing between them). For example, starting from the rear of the device, the second mode stack 406 may be stacked on top of the backlight 430, the filter layer 422 may be stacked on top of the second mode stack 406, and the first mode stack 402 may be stacked on top of the filter layer 422. Once stacked, the image elements, patterns, or scenes of each layer may be aligned (e.g., each film layer of the first mode stack 402 and the second mode stack 406 may include image elements that are aligned when stacked on top of each other). For example, the first image element 206 may be aligned with the second image element 306. In this manner, the layers of the second mode stack 406 may be aligned, and the layers of the second mode stack 406 may be aligned with the first mode stack 402 and the optional filter layer 422. In this manner, the various layers may contain the same or similar patterns, for example, the same image printed in different colors and / or other visual characteristics.

[0034] The scene generator 100 can selectively display either the first scene 202 or the second scene 302 by transitioning between a first mode and a second mode. The transition may be controlled by one or more lighting effects. For example, a first light 434 may illuminate the front of the scene generator 100 (e.g., the first mode stack 402). The first scene 202 may be visible due to light directed at the first mode stack 402 (e.g., by the front light 434). For example, one print 410 may be opaque and thereby reflect light directed at it so that the first scene 202 is visible. The front light 434 may be a spot light positioned to illuminate the entire front surface, or may be provided by ambient light (e.g., sunlight, other light sources in a room, etc.). The first scene 202 may be visible when front lighting 434 is projected or directed from the front, when there is sufficient ambient light, etc. The front lighting 434, like the back lighting 430, may generate visible and / or invisible light. For example, the front lighting 434 may include one or more LEDs configured to generate white light, UV light, etc. By way of example, the front lighting 434 and the back lighting 430 may generate the same light or different lights, such as a mixture of UV and white light. For example, the scene may be front-lit with UV light and backlit with invisible light, or any other combination is possible. In such an example, the scene generator 100 may include UV-reactive ink or paint.

[0035] The scene generator 100 may transition (e.g., fade) to the second mode when the backlighting 430 is activated. For example, activating the backlighting 430 may illuminate the second mode stack 406. In some examples, transitioning to the second mode may require both activating the backlighting 430 and dimming the frontlighting 434. Illuminating the second mode stack 406 with the backlighting 430 may make the second scene 302 visible. Rather than adding excessive power to the image of the first mode stack 402, illuminating the second mode stack 406 may shift or enhance the visible image 104 from the first scene 202 to the second scene 302. For example, because the first mode stack 402 and the second mode stack 406 contain the same images (but differ in color or other visual elements), it is possible to transition between the first scene 202 and the second scene 302 simply by adjusting the lighting characteristics instead of switching between two different images.

[0036] As an example, the first scene 202 may be visible in the absence of backlighting. For example, the first scene 202 may be visible whenever the backlighting 430 is off. Along those lines, the scene generator 100 may display the first scene 202 by default, for example, always or automatically when the backlighting 430 is off (e.g., when there is no power, when it is turned off, etc.). In this manner, the scene generator 100 may display the first scene (e.g., the first scene 202) unless the backlighting 430 is activated, at which point the scene generator 100 transitions to the second scene (e.g., the second scene 302). The transition of the scene generator 100 between modes may be automatic (e.g., based on the time of day, controlled by an automation system or computing system) or manual (e.g., by activation of switches controlling backlighting 430 and / or forward lighting 434).

[0037] 5 illustrates an exemplary computing system 500 for implementing various examples described herein. For example, in various embodiments, the scene generator 100 or other components of the systems described herein may be implemented by one or more computing systems 500. This disclosure contemplates any suitable number of computing systems 500. For example, the computing system 500 may be a server, a desktop computing system, a mainframe, a mesh of computing systems, a laptop or notebook computing system, a tablet computing system, an embedded computer system, a system-on-a-chip, a single-board computing system, or a combination of two or more of these. The computing system 500 may include one or more computing systems, may be single or distributed, may span multiple locations, may span multiple machines, may span multiple data centers, or may reside in a cloud, which may include one or more cloud components on one or more networks.

[0038] Computing system 500 may include a bus 510 (e.g., address bus and data bus) or other communication mechanism for transmitting information, which interconnects subsystems and devices such as a processor 508, memory 502 (e.g., RAM), static storage 504 (e.g., ROM), dynamic storage 506 (e.g., magnetic or optical), a communication interface 516 (e.g., a modem, an Ethernet card, a network interface controller (NIC) or network adapter for communicating over an Ethernet or other wired network, a wireless NIC (WNIC) or wireless adapter for communicating over a wireless network such as a Wi-Fi network), and an input / output (I / O) interface 520 (e.g., a keyboard, keypad, mouse, microphone, display). In particular embodiments, computing system 500 may include one or more of any such components.

[0039] In particular embodiments, processor 508 includes hardware for executing instructions (e.g., instructions making up a computer program). For example, processor 508 may execute instructions for various components of scene generator 100 or other systems described herein. The circuitry of processor 508 includes circuitry for performing various processing functions (e.g., circuitry for executing particular software for performing a particular task (e.g., turning backlighting 430 or front light 434 on / off)). In particular embodiments, I / O interface 520 includes hardware, software, or both that provide one or more interfaces for communication between computing system 500 and one or more I / O devices. Computing system 500 may include one or more of these I / O devices as needed. One or more of these I / O devices may enable communication between a person and computing system 500.

[0040] In particular embodiments, communication interface 516 includes hardware, software, or both that provide one or more interfaces for communications (e.g., packet-based communications, etc.) between computing system 500 and one or more other computer systems or one or more networks. One or more memory buses (which may each include an address bus and a data bus) may couple processor 508 to memory 502. Bus 510, as described below, may include one or more memory buses. In particular embodiments, one or more memory management units (MMUs) reside between processor 508 and memory 502 to facilitate accesses to memory 502 requested by processor 508. In particular embodiments, bus 510 includes hardware, software, or both that couple components of computing system 500 to one another.

[0041] According to certain embodiments, the computing system 500 performs certain operations by the processor 508 executing one or more sequences of one or more instructions stored in the memory 502. For example, instructions for the scene generator 100 or other systems described herein may be stored in the memory 502 and executed by the processor 508. Such instructions may be loaded into the memory 502 from another computer-readable / usable medium (e.g., the static storage 504 or the dynamic storage 506). In alternative embodiments, hardwired circuitry may be used in place of or in combination with software instructions. Thus, particular embodiments are not limited to any particular combination of hardware circuitry and / or software. In various embodiments, the term “logic” refers to any combination of software or hardware used to implement all or a portion of a particular embodiment disclosed herein.

[0042] The terms "computer-readable medium" or "computer-usable medium" as used herein refer to any medium that participates in providing instructions to processor 508 for execution. Such media may take many forms, including but not limited to, non-volatile media and volatile media. Non-volatile media include, for example, optical or magnetic disks, such as static storage 504 or dynamic storage 506. Volatile media include dynamic memory, such as memory 502.

[0043] The computing system 500 may send and receive messages, data, and instructions (including programs (e.g., application code)) via the communications link 518 and the communications interface 516. The received program code may be executed by the processor 508 as it is received and / or may be stored in the static storage 504 or the dynamic storage 506, or other storage, for later execution. A database 514 may be used to store data, which the computing system 500 can access via the data interface 512. In various examples, the communications link 518 may be in communication with the scene generator 100 or other systems described herein.

[0044] The descriptions of some embodiments contained herein are merely exemplary in nature and in no way intend to limit the scope of the disclosure or its application or uses. In the detailed description of the embodiments of the systems and methods of the present invention described above, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of this specification and which show specific examples of embodiments in which the described systems and methods may be practiced. These embodiments have been described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the systems and methods of the present disclosure; it will be understood that other embodiments may be utilized, and structural and logical changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Moreover, for purposes of clarity, detailed descriptions of some features have not been provided if they would be apparent to those skilled in the art. This is to avoid obscuring the description of the embodiments of the present disclosure. Therefore, the detailed descriptions are not to be construed in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present disclosure is defined only by the appended claims.

[0045] From the foregoing, it will be appreciated that, although specific embodiments of the invention have been described herein for purposes of illustration, various modifications may be made without deviating from the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0046] The details set forth herein are by way of example and are presented solely for the purpose of illustratively describing preferred embodiments of the invention, and are provided to provide what is believed to be the most useful and most easily understood explanation of the principles and conceptual aspects of various embodiments of the invention. In this regard, no attempt is made to show structural details of the invention in more detail than is necessary for a fundamental understanding of the invention, and the description is provided by way of figures and / or examples that will make apparent to those skilled in the art how some forms of the invention may be implemented in practice.

[0047] As used herein, unless otherwise indicated, the words "a" and "an" are to be construed to mean "one," "at least one," or "one or more." Unless otherwise required by context, singular terms as used herein include pluralities and plural terms include the singular.

[0048] Unless the context clearly dictates otherwise, throughout the specification and claims, words like "comprise" and "comprising" should be construed in an inclusive sense (i.e., "including, but not limited to") and not in an exclusive or exhaustive sense. Words using the singular include the plural and vice versa. Furthermore, the words "herein," "above," and "below," and equivalent terms, as used in this application, refer to this application as a whole and not to any particular portions of this application.

[0049] Of course, it will be understood that any example, embodiment, or process described herein may be combined with one or more other examples, embodiments, and / or processes, or may be separated and / or implemented across separate devices or device portions in accordance with the systems, devices, and methods of the present invention.

[0050] Finally, the foregoing description is intended to be merely illustrative of the inventive system and should not be construed as limiting the appended claims to any particular embodiment or embodiments. Thus, while the inventive system has been described in particular detail with reference to exemplary embodiments, it will still be understood that various modifications and alternative embodiments may be devised by those skilled in the art without departing from the broader intended spirit and scope of the inventive system, as set forth in the claims that follow. Accordingly, the specification and drawings are to be taken as illustrative, and are not intended to limit the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. 1. A system configured to selectively display a first scene or a second scene of an image, comprising: a first portion of the image providing the first scene; a second portion of the image providing the second scene; a backlight, the second portion being disposed between the backlight and the first portion; Including, selectively activating the backlighting causes the system to transition from the first scene to the second scene; system.

2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first scene is visible by light directed at the first portion.

3. 10. The system of claim 1, further comprising a filter layer disposed between the first portion and the second portion, wherein the first portion, the second portion, and the filter layer are stacked and aligned on top of each other.

4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the filter layer includes a mask that covers a first portion of the image.

5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the first portion includes a foreground of the image.

6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second portion includes a plurality of film layers having the second scene.

7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the first portion includes one film layer having the first scene.

8. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the first portion includes a first mode stack that provides a first scene for the image, and the second portion includes a second mode stack that provides a second scene for the image.

9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the backlighting is edge-lit.

10. 1. A system switchable between a first mode displaying a first scene of an image and a second mode displaying a second scene of said image, comprising: a first mode stack providing the first scene; a second mode stack providing the second scene; a backlight, wherein the second mode stack is disposed between the backlight and the first mode stack; and Including, the first scene is visible by light directed onto the first mode stack; selectively activating the backlighting causes the system to transition from the first scene to the second scene; system.

11. The system of claim 10 , further comprising a filter layer disposed between the first mode stack and the second mode stack, the filter layer comprising a neutral density filter.

12. the first mode stack includes a first number of film layers; the second mode stack includes a second number of film layers; the second number is greater than the first number; The system of claim 10.

13. The system of claim 12 , wherein each film layer of the first mode stack and the second mode stack includes image elements that are aligned when stacked on top of each other.

14. The system of claim 12 , wherein the first scene or the second scene is printed on each film layer.

15. 1. A system configured to display a visual image, comprising: a first mode providing the image with a first scene; a second mode for providing the image with a second scene; Backlighting and Including, the system is configured to transition between the first mode and the second mode based on activation of the backlighting. system.

16. a second mode stack for providing the second scene; the backlighting is configured to selectively illuminate the second mode stack; selectively illuminating the second mode stack to shift the image from the first scene to the second scene; 16. The system of claim 15.

17. The system of claim 16 , further comprising a first mode stack that provides the first scene.

18. 20. The system of claim 17, wherein the first mode stack and the second mode stack each include one or more film layers, and the second mode stack includes a greater number of film layers than the first mode stack.

19. 20. The system of claim 17, further comprising a neutral density (ND) filter disposed between the second mode stack and the first mode stack, the ND filter defining a mask cut to cover a selected portion of the image.

20. The system of claim 15 , further comprising a front light configured to project light onto a front surface.

Images