How do I make my light textures bright?

[Dr. Bones]

I've noticed that the closer a light source is to a texture, the darker the texture gets. I am trying to make some flourescent lights. If I put the light source up close to my light objects, the texture gets really dark and it looks like the light is off. How can I make my textures glow?

[Claymore]

I dunno really, but try the "unlit" option for the texture you want to be bright. (right mouse click on surface)

I believe it prevents light from having effect on the surface, correct me if I'm wrong plz.