Multilayer system for creating a transitioning scene

Multilayer physical scenic-transition show display hardware.

A system may include a first portion providing a first scene (e.g., a day scene) of an image, a second portion providing a second scene (e.g., a night scene) of the image, and means (e.g., a backlight) for transitioning the system from the first scene to the second scene. The first portion may be a first mode stack, and the second portion may be a second mode stack. The second mode stack may include a greater number of layers compared to the first mode stack. A filter may be positioned between the stacks. The first mode may be visible based on light directed onto the first mode stack. Selective activation of the backlight may transition the system from the first mode to the second mode, such as shifting or augmenting the image from the first mode to the second mode. Additional systems and associated methods are also disclosed.

FIELD (1) The present application relates to multilayer systems and methods for creating a transitioning scene. BACKGROUND (2) Printed methods of transitioning a scene between different lighting schemes have been used to create artistic effects. In some instances, the scenes may include two layers, one layer for each respective mode or image. Existing methods, however, do not afford much control and nuance in the images that are created. (3) Therefore a need exists for systems and methods of creating a scene that transitions to different appearances or effects (e.g., different lighting effects) in a way that is easily maintainable, simply controlled, and able to be manufactured in a repeatable way. BRIEF SUMMARY (4) 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 positioned between the backlight and the first portion. Selective activation of the backlight may transition the system from the first scene to the second scene. (5) Optionally, the first scene is visible based on light directed onto the first portion. (6) Optionally, the system includes a filter layer positioned between the first portion and the second portion. The first portion, the second portion, and the filter layer may be stacked on top of one another in alignment. The filter lay