In a train station in Utah, USA, two sphere LED light sculptures were built and stationed by Artists O'Connell, Borgia-Aberle and Hancock to commemorate the Midvale's copper mines.
Shaped like gigantic round beach balls, the Bit and Mine light sculptures simultaneously change colors and stand on either side of the Bingham Junction Light Rail Station platforms. Made from rainbow LEDs, touch sensors, transparent plastic, acrylic and steel, the Bit and Mine LED sculptures are interactive and use implemented sensors to correlate changing LED colors.On one end, Mine features in-going spiral design where as Bit features an enormous bulging metal 'X.' As the gigantic bulbs switch from pink, blue, yellow and rainbow, the entire train station platform vibrantly lights up. Both the Bit and Mine sculptures elegantly stand on three white legs.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Interactive Light Sculptures
- Opportunity to create more interactive installations in public spaces and events, combining technology and art.
- Sensor-enabled Art
- Opportunity to integrate sensors and other technologies in art installations for more immersive experiences.
- Color-changing LED Technology
- Opportunity to use color-changing LED lights for a variety of creative applications, from public art to retail displays.
Where This Applies
- Public Art
- Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists and public spaces to collaborate on dynamic, interactive installations.
- Event Planning
- Disruptive innovation opportunity for event planners to incorporate technology and art to create unique and engaging experiences.
- Lighting Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity for lighting designers to explore the creative potential of new technologies like color-changing LED lights.
