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DESIGN NAME:
Weightlessness
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Art Installation
INSPIRATION:
This work is inspired by "weightlessness". "Weightlessness" is originally a physical concept, and the work wants to express people's inner "weightlessness" in the city, that is, people are "lost" in the city. The works allow the audience to feel a state of "weightlessness" during the visit and reflect on their own situation and confusion in urban life.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This work is an immersive spatial experience video installation created around the theme of "weightlessness" through the combination of images, sound, and materials. By using common urban elements such as scaffolding, plants, and architecture, the work presents a miniature urban landscape, allowing viewers to freely navigate the "installation" and reflect on the impact of rapid urban development on the environment and humanity from different perspectives.
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
The work is divided into two parts: the internal space and the external space. From the outside of the installation, there is a constantly growing "building" scene. Inside the installation, the audience is enveloped by rising "building" images and simulated "plants," creating a sense of falling. The installation emits a low and hollow mechanical roar, accompanied by the faint heartbeat of humans. This work provides an immersive exhibition experience for the audience through a multi-sensory presentation.
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
The project started in December 2022 and finished with installation in Wuhan, China in January 2023
FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY:
Fine Arts and Art Installation Design
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
This work uses drones to capture aerial footage of high-rise residential buildings, simulating the feeling of falling for the audience. The main structure of the installation is built using scaffolding, with simulated plants placed in the gaps to recreate the urban landscape. Additionally, the sound played on site is composed of mechanical noise and heartbeat sounds, contributing to a complete presentation of urban elements.
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Width 4500mm, Depth 4500mm, Height 4500mm
TAGS:
Immersive Experience, Spatial installation, residential building, City, Ecology
RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
The work revolves around the concept of "weightlessness" and creates a complex, participatory spatial experience image installation that integrates various factors such as devices, architecture, images, and theaters. The work "Weightlessness" is a metaphor for modern urban life, ecological environment, and people's feelings and states in real life. The work attempts to explore with the audience ways for humans, cities, and ecology to coexist harmoniously and find new paths for green and sustainable urban development.
CHALLENGE:
Everyone is experiencing different stories in their respective cities. The biggest challenge is how to make the work resonate with each audience. The reason for selecting high-rise residential buildings as the main visual element of the work is that, as the most important pillar industry in China's rapid development process, it deeply affects everyone and every family. Through representative images and scenes, combined with each audience's own experiences, the audience can have different understandings of the work.
ADDED DATE:
2023-05-25 08:40:18
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IMAGE CREDITS:
Photographer: Yang Lu
Video: Retina Massage Media Studio
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| COMMENTS |
| Giulia Esposito |
Comment #99871 on June 22, 2024, 1:40 am |
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The award-winning "Weightlessness" is a testament to the power of art in initiating dialogue and introspection about our urban existence. The inspiration drawn from the concept of weightlessness to explore the inner feelings of being 'lost' in the cityscape is both profound and relatable. This immersive spatial experience, through its adept combination of images, sound, and materials, ingeniously uses common urban elements to present a miniature urban landscape. It invites viewers to navigate through and reflect on the rapid urban development's impact on both the environment and humanity. The use of drones to capture aerial footage of high-rise residential buildings, simulating the sensation of falling, alongside the scaffold-based structure filled with simulated plants, brilliantly recreates an urban atmosphere that is both familiar and thought-provoking. The sound design, incorporating mechanical noises and heartbeat sounds, further enhances this urban experience, making it a comprehensive sensory journey. The challenge of resonating with diverse audiences through a shared urban narrative, and the ambition to foster a harmonious coexistence between humans, cities, and ecology, showcases a commendable dedication to meaningful art. It is a thoughtful exploration of green and sustainable urban development paths, making it a significant contribution to the discourse on modern urban life and its ecological implications. The recognition of this work by the A' Design Award is well-deserved, highlighting the importance of such creative endeavors in our society. The ingenuity and depth of this project are indeed commendable, and it is with great admiration that I reflect upon the work by Yang Lu.
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| Chloe Turner |
Comment #100820 on June 22, 2024, 4:50 am |
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The exploration of "weightlessness" as both a physical and metaphorical concept in urban existence is profoundly articulated in the recent award-winning Art Installation. This piece not only captivates with its aesthetic allure but also invites profound introspection on the sense of being "lost" within the architectural enormity and the social labyrinth of city life. It is a rare gem that manages to visually mesmerize while simultaneously nudging the audience towards a deeper contemplation of their personal experiences of urban disorientation and existential drift. The skillful blend of concept and execution in this work not only underscores the importance of art in voicing the collective subconscious of urban dwellers but also highlights the artist's exceptional ability to translate complex emotions into a tangible experience. This recognition by the A' Design Award in the category of Fine Arts and Art Installation Design is a testament to the innovative approach and thought-provoking depth embodied in the piece. The artist's ability to evoke a sense of "weightlessness" among the viewers, encouraging them to reflect on their own urban narratives, is nothing short of remarkable.
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| Elisabeth Clark |
Comment #101629 on June 22, 2024, 7:32 am |
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The recent recognition of Yang Lu's "Weightlessness" at the A' Design Award is a testament to the power of art to provoke thought and inspire change. This immersive spatial experience video installation is a profound exploration of the theme of weightlessness, cleverly intertwining images, sound, and materials to craft a miniature urban landscape that challenges viewers to navigate and reflect upon the rapid urban development's impact on our environment and humanity. What strikes me most is how Lu has taken a physical concept of weightlessness and transformed it into a metaphor for the inner sense of being 'lost' within the cityscape, encouraging a deep contemplation on our own situations and confusions in urban life. The extensive research and thoughtful integration of devices, architecture, images, and theater into a complex participatory spatial experience not only demonstrates Lu's technical prowess but also their commitment to exploring meaningful pathways for humans, cities, and ecology to coexist harmoniously. This work is a brilliant example of how art can transcend traditional boundaries to engage with critical societal issues, and it is indeed a deserving recipient of such a prestigious accolade.
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| Adam Harris |
Comment #102099 on June 22, 2024, 9:06 am |
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The award-winning "Weightlessness" by Yang Lu is nothing short of a masterpiece in the realm of Art Installation Design, capturing the essence of urban existentialism through an immersive spatial experience. It is indeed a profound honor to witness such an innovative piece being recognized with the prestigious A' Design Award in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design category. The unique amalgamation of common urban elements to create a miniature landscape not only offers viewers a new perspective on rapid urbanization and its environmental and human impacts but also invites us to reflect deeply on our personal experiences within the city's boundless confines. The inspiration drawn from the concept of 'weightlessness' to explore the inner void felt by individuals amidst the urban sprawl is brilliantly executed, making the installation not just a visual spectacle but a resonating narrative that mirrors our own uncertainties and disconnections. The meticulous research and creative challenges overcome in this project, particularly in making the high-rise residential buildings resonate with a broad audience, speaks volumes about the thoughtfulness and dedication poured into this work. This work is a beacon of inspiration, urging us to ponder the harmony between humans, cities, and ecology, and it is with great admiration that I commend this exceptional contribution to the world of art and design.
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| Mark Allen |
Comment #102838 on June 22, 2024, 11:34 am |
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The winner of the A' Design Award in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design category has truly set a benchmark of creativity and insight with "Weightlessness," a work that not only captivates the senses but also provokes profound reflection on urban existence and its ecological impacts. Through an innovative blend of visual, auditory, and physical elements, this art installation invites its audience into a unique spatial experience that elegantly conveys the theme of inner and environmental weightlessness. The meticulous attention to detail in capturing the essence of urban landscapes and the thoughtful use of urban elements to create a miniature yet immersive world is commendable. Furthermore, the underlying research and the challenge of resonating with a diverse audience add layers of depth to the work, making it a deserving recipient of this prestigious award. The artist's ability to transform the concept of weightlessness into a tangible and interactive exploration of urban life and development is truly inspiring, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own experiences within the urban fabric. This work is a testament to the power of art in initiating dialogue and understanding around the coexistence of humanity, cities, and the environment.
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