On Wed, 13 May 2009 19:31:36 -0700 (PDT), Aaron Fude
wrote:

Hi,

I have a finished basement, but I do not want to cover up the ceiling
with drywall. Instead, I will paint the joists black.

Are there any recessed-type lights that would look good? Something
that would go between the joints but meant not to be concealed?

Thanks,

Aaron
The lights you are wanted are called surface mount.
Google shows thousands.