Art Exhibition Design Lighting – KCCUK Open Call II

Our exhibition lighting designers team illuminated the KCC’s latest art exhibition design gallery in London.

The KCCUK Open Call II: The Flat, Flat, Shiny Cat. This contemporary art exhibition explores different impressions of rhythm and slowness. Thus, the artworks of Hyemin Son and John Reardon are united in a unique, modern light. In considering the art exhibition design, incorporating site-specific works and innovative concepts was paramount to capturing the essence of the artists’ vision.

Because the art exhibition design comprised an immense mixture of art installations, many lighting challenges had to be overcome. One example of this was the art installation named Ruins. This art installation was made of six enormous cuboids. It reproduced the present box in the water tank, located in the corner of the art gallery.

A sophisticated lighting design scheme had to be implemented due to the scope and mass of the boxes concerning the 3.2-meter ceiling height. The lighting design solution agreed upon was dramatic, adding a play of shadows and bright elements.

Furthermore, numerous light fittings, lamps, and filters were upgraded to heighten the art on display. The LED ribbons were meticulously installed in varying lengths at the back of the lettering to create a pink glow from behind the title. In addition, the white wall was washed with 5000K LED light fittings cohered with wall washer filters to create a more even spread of light.

In a different section of the art gallery, and as part of the art installation, a visual artist executed a choreographed routine. To enhance this performance, a raised stage was built with a backdrop of white satin cloth. Therefore, the backdrop scene was designed to look ice-cold with added sparkle. Here, we used vivid, cool-white lamps directed at the fabric to achieve a consistent wall wash. This methodology also offered subtle theatrical lighting to accentuate the performer.

By seamlessly integrating advanced lighting techniques with the unique characteristics of the art, our design agency was able to create a captivating and memorable exhibition. This project exemplifies how thoughtful and expert lighting design can transform an art gallery space, elevating the aesthetic and experiential qualities of an exhibition.

You can learn more about this sophisticated lighting project by visiting Project Expertise & Work in Progress.