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Marko Häkkinen: IN TRIBUTE TO NATURE

An immersive and large-scale audiovisual experience blending sound and light, exploring the aesthetics and diversity of nature.

IN TRIPUTE TO NATURE is a captivating audiovisual experience that invites the viewer to explore the beauty and diversity of nature in a new way. This piece seamlessly combines sound and light, offering an immersive experience that brings to life the power and delicacy of natural forces.   

 

The starting point of the light installation is the captivating beauty and diversity of nature. It beckons the viewer to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of various natural elements such as water, forests, and mountains. Sound and light elements blend skilfully to create a comprehensive experience that takes the viewer on a journey into the depths of nature's mysteries.   

 

The interplay of light and shadow creates imaginative landscapes and moods that range from tranquil and meditative to powerful and dynamic. The sound environment complements the visual experience by providing sound effects and music that enhance and deepen the experience further. The artwork invites the viewer to pause and marvel at the beauty of nature.  

Master of music, b. 1979, lives in Finland

Information

Artwork finished in: 2021

Which kind of light sources and what other materials and equipment are used? Differend Custom led fixtures, storm UV stuff, storm lantern pulp, Spheriscan, Robe Pointe, Robe Colorstrobe IP, Proteus Hybrid, Sunbeam pixel, Laser projectors, Hazer.

Please provide the dimensions of the work. Approximate size will do. Please mention if the work can be adjusted. (width-height-depth): Scales from small to large. This realization was a 2km long walking route around the park.

Please provide the dimensions of the work for mailing / sending. Approximate size will do: 3 truck loads.

Electricity consumption: Power current (specification).

Does the artwork use sound? Loud sound.

Support and other structures: The work needs support structures, hanging points, or similar.

Please state which structures, hardware or other equipment is needed from the client: Scaffolding and trees and nature.

Minimum height of the space: 6 m

Minimum square meters of the space: 300 m2

Requirements for the space: darkness, temperature, colouring (light / dark / specific colour / other) etc.: Darkness, a quiet park, as little stray light as possible.

Building time and people required (estimate): 2 days.

Artist's presence: Artist or their representative must be present during building.

Seen before at: The park of experiences / Elämysten puisto LAHTI – EUROPEAN GREEN CAPITAL 2021

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