Submitted by Gauri Torgalkar (not verified) on Thu, 09/10/2009 - 12:03.
The bridge 'cave' provides a great opportunity for candle light display, and this could look really beautiful. I think you need to take this idea to the next level of how a gesture as simple as candle lights can become specific to this venue and really highlights the uniques aspects of the space. Details that can take this from being a pretty sight, to a breathtaking experience. You need to think about the specific kind of atmosphere that you wish to create and what other sensory elements can compliment that experience: audio, olfactory (especially if you want this to be in a real dark corner of the space, and maybe recreate other places/time with the sense of smell?). Also, do you see this collaborating with another project?
By the way, how do you get the flames to be different colors?
Submitted by David Jurca on Thu, 09/10/2009 - 23:33.
I like the idea of introducing new fragrances to the bridge, especially when the lights are low. Maybe this idea could be combined with others that focus on creating a more meditative and intimate space.
Submitted by Terry (not verified) on Sat, 09/12/2009 - 01:30.
Mmm...bridge fragrance. Actually, there's a book on this topic, Invisible Architecture: Experiencing places through the sense of smell. It's available in the Fine Arts Dept at the main branch of the Clev Library or at Amazon:
Submitted by David Jurca on Mon, 09/14/2009 - 09:00.
Maybe the scent of fresh cut grass or other scented flowers could be introduced to the sloped corridor to nowhere at the east end of the bridge. It is an enclosed space, so the scent could be stronger and it's always dark in there, so senses other than vision would be heightened in there. astroturf and the stringed lights above could add to this completely artificial experience of the natural.
Submitted by Dean (not verified) on Tue, 09/22/2009 - 13:47.
I found this to be a great concept, to be used more as part of an annual or monthly event rather than a permanent installation. But, it does create the possibility of using the bridge as a structure available for revolving lighting installations that would be chosen out of winning submissions from artists in the greater community. These types of lighting exhibits could be used further as a focal point and catalyst for larger events centered around the bridge.
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The bridge 'cave' provides a great opportunity for candle light display, and this could look really beautiful. I think you need to take this idea to the next level of how a gesture as simple as candle lights can become specific to this venue and really highlights the uniques aspects of the space. Details that can take this from being a pretty sight, to a breathtaking experience. You need to think about the specific kind of atmosphere that you wish to create and what other sensory elements can compliment that experience: audio, olfactory (especially if you want this to be in a real dark corner of the space, and maybe recreate other places/time with the sense of smell?). Also, do you see this collaborating with another project?
By the way, how do you get the flames to be different colors?
I like the idea of introducing new fragrances to the bridge, especially when the lights are low. Maybe this idea could be combined with others that focus on creating a more meditative and intimate space.
Mmm...bridge fragrance. Actually, there's a book on this topic, Invisible Architecture: Experiencing places through the sense of smell. It's available in the Fine Arts Dept at the main branch of the Clev Library or at Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Architecture-Experiencing-Places-Through/dp/8876242678/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1252733106&sr=8-1
What would a successful bridge project smell like? Bridge-a-licious, no doubt.
Maybe the scent of fresh cut grass or other scented flowers could be introduced to the sloped corridor to nowhere at the east end of the bridge. It is an enclosed space, so the scent could be stronger and it's always dark in there, so senses other than vision would be heightened in there. astroturf and the stringed lights above could add to this completely artificial experience of the natural.
All this smell talk reminds me of a wonderful exhibit at the Harvard GSD by Sisel Tolaas:
http://www.gsd.harvard.edu/news/sissel_tolaas.html
I also grabbed the Invisible Architecture: Experiencing Places Through the Sense of Smell book from the library if you want to take a look at it.
I found this to be a great concept, to be used more as part of an annual or monthly event rather than a permanent installation. But, it does create the possibility of using the bridge as a structure available for revolving lighting installations that would be chosen out of winning submissions from artists in the greater community. These types of lighting exhibits could be used further as a focal point and catalyst for larger events centered around the bridge.
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