The Venice Biennale Chilean pavilion for this 2012 season was abuzz with the potential being showcased for the future of Chile's public spaces.
This inventive pavilion was the brainchild of curators Pilart Pinchart and Bernardo Valdes who chose to suspend the seven short films by Cristobal Palma in the darkened space. These showcased the essence of each ideal for the creations of novel spaces in Chile. In addition to the suspended screens, visitors walked on a bed of salt to access each proposal and lounged on salt blocks -- a concept that paid tribute to Tarapacá.
This pavilion was also aptly titled 'Cancha,' which is a pre-hispanic word for public space. With such subtly inventive references, the 2012 Venice Biennale Chilean pavilion pays tribute the country's rich cultural territory.
What's Driving This Trend
- Suspended Projection Screens
- Innovative use of projection screens being suspended in non-traditional spaces in order to create unique experiences.
- Tribute-themed Exhibitions
- Creating museum exhibitions that pay tribute to a certain cultural territory or heritage can result in a more immersive experience.
- Sensory-based Installations
- Using sensory elements like salt blocks or scents in installations can add to the visitors' overall experience and help them engage with the exhibit in a unique way.
Who This Affects Most
- Museum and Art Exhibitions
- Museums and art exhibitions can utilize suspended projection screens, tribute-themed exhibitions or sensory-based installations to create more immersive and memorable experiences for visitors.
- Film Festivals and Independent Cinemas
- Innovative use of projection screens and sensory elements in film festivals and cinemas can create a unique and memorable experience for viewers, making them stand out in a crowded market.
- Event Planning and Production
- Event planners and production companies can utilize suspended projection screens and sensory elements to create memorable experiences for attendees, making events more impactful and distinctive.
