Architectural Installations to Light up Smales Farm

Atmospheric Architectural Installations to Light up Smales Farm This July

A series of incredible, original light installations will bring a glow to Auckland’s North Shore this winter, with Stellar: Bright Ideas at Smales Farm. An after-dark outing the whole family will enjoy, the natural world becomes an adventure with a series of atmospheric architectural works from local studios Angus Muir Design and AJ Design Co.

With backgrounds not only in the theoretical world of design but also practical fabrication and application, Angus Muir and Alexandra Heaney's unique approach to developing projects acknowledges the history of sites while injecting new life and energy into a space.

Works to be displayed include Field, a mesmerising artwork that brings the surreal into a natural environment; reflecting the grass and landscape, it blends perfectly into it's grassy environs. Wander further to discover Digital Wattle, a kinetic and light based installation taking the form of a Wattle tree that has travelled to international light festivals in China, Singapore and Sydney. It's carbon fibre stems sway in the wind as its berry like orbs illuminate from above. Shroud offers a moment of contemplation as you are invited to recline on a bean bag under a stunning, drapery of roped light dripping with sparkles and a reactive immersive soundtrack.

Two exciting new site-specific works will be unveiled at Stellar, one amongst a grid of small orchard trees and the other centred around a water feature highlighting it's mirrored reflection.

Head along to Smales Farm at nightfall and wander the pathway through the seven magnificent light installations, each celebrating the arrival of the Seven Sisters (or Matariki) constellation in the winter night sky. Take the journey by foot or drive through as the stars look down and be immersed in a glorious optic experience. Stay warm with the delicious food offerings and hot coffee on site, a real night-time treat for families and friends.

Stellar: Bright Ideas is a chance to experience an amazing display of art in the beautiful mid-Winter setting of North Auckland. The latest in an action-packed calendar of ongoing outdoor activity and events at Smales Farm, prepare to be inspired by the compelling contemporary installations at this captivating community event.

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