Floe

A large scale projection and soundscape event for The Deep, Hull
Commissioned for Hull UK City of Culture 2017
8 – 10 December 2017

Floe was a major new projection, sound and light event created for Hull’s iconic aquarium, The Deep.  It was the final major commission in Hull 2017’s Look Up series of art works in the public realm.

Floe investigated the nature and inspiration behind The Deep, from its unique design and structure, to its position today as a major visitor attraction and international conservation and research charity. Using time-lapse photography, film, modelling, mapping and projection we explored the material, form and surface qualities of The Deep, conjuring with the geological and biological processes which inspired the building and the rich aquatic life and environments it houses.

Floe transformed the building, created new identities and hinted at ancient associations, linking to Hull’s historical and modern relationship with the sea. Inspiration and content was taken from geological and tectonic processes, ice and rock, marine life and landscapes.

Since The Deep opened in 2002 it has become synonymous with Hull. Sir Terry Farrell and Partners created a dramatic architectural statement sited at the confluence of the Hull and the Humber, and Floe responds to the architect’s vision for an expressive building.

Format:  Large scale architectural projection mapped across the 100 metre long facade of The Deep Hull with soundscape.  Video 8000 x 3500 pixels resolution.

Duration:  15 minutes looped to repeat four times an hour.

Technical support:  QED Productions Ltd provided technical support and designed, installed and operated the playback, sound and projection equipment.

Link to full length video documentation of Floe

Link to short video highlights of Floe

 

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