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Jukka Huitila: Koski (The Rapid)

The rapid is a three-dimensional spatial experience, 2020

"I'm wading rapids, swimming in rapids and dropped them in a kayak. In the rapids, the senses become more sensitive.”

Jukka Huitila is a Finnish light artist and designer known for creating immersive, atmospheric light installations. With a background in visual arts and performing arts design, his work often blends technology with natural elements, exploring the dynamic interplay of light, space, and perception. Huitila's installations have been featured in public spaces, festivals, exhibitions and stages, where his innovative use of light transforms environments and captivates audiences. His designs emphasize minimalism and harmony, often evoking a sense of wonder and reflection.

Information

Artwork finished in: 2020

Dimensions of the work: W3525mm x H2270mm x D370mm  Divided into six pieces 600mm x 2270mm

Spaces suitable for exhibiting the work: Outdoors, under a roof, Cold space (eg. a shed, a silo etc.), Semi-heated space, Heated space

Work’s durability:

Indoor work, requirements for the space

fully dark, dark (gleaming exit-lights etc. allowed)

Colouring requirements:

insignificant

Electricity consumption:

Standard mains current (10A/16A)

Support and other structures:

The work needs support structures, hanging points, or similar

Required technology:

Easy installation to the wall

Sound:

ambient sound, white noise audio

Minimum height of the space: 

2,5m 

Minimum square meters of the space: 

40

Building time and people required (estimate): 

5h, 2 person

Artist's presence: 

Artist or their representative must be present during building On-site building: Assembled on-site

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