# Simulated Sunlight Installations John Gerrard's Solar Reserve Exhibit Mimics the Sun's Movement By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-12-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simulated-sunlight References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2014/12/04/simulation-of-power-plant-installation/) & [johngerrard.net](http://www.johngerrard.net/) John Gerrard's "Solar Reserve" installation is a [simulated sunlight exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunbooster) that mimics the movements of the earth's sky, including its sun and stars. This [computer simulated art exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psychoacoustic-light-ensemble) by John Gerrard is made up of [10,000 mirror fragments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection) that reflect images of the sun and starlight. These mirrored fragments move and change their imagery depending on time of day and the position of the sun and stars in real time. Marrying modern technology with images of nature, the "Solar Reserve" simulated sunlight installation is meant to be both interactive and educational. Moreover, the exhibit is visually striking, urging urban residents to stop and look at it as they pass by it on their way to and from work. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Simulated Sunlight Exhibits:** Opportunity to incorporate advanced computer technology in public installations and create an immersive experience. - **Interactive Educational Installations:** Creating opportunities for learning and interaction through art and technology. - **Marrying Modern Technology with Nature:** Incorporating technology in interactive installations to foster appreciation of nature. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunities to develop new and innovative forms of public art installations. - **Education:** Chance to use immersive and interactive installations to enhance learning experiences. - **Tourism and Entertainment:** Creating tourist destinations and entertainment spaces through unique and immersive installations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Sun-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suninspired-art-exhibitions.md) - [Unique Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aurora.md) - [Immersive Solar-Powered Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8-minutes-and-20-seconds.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md) - [Rotating Solar Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eness-1.md) - [Immersive Light Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spencer-finch.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Suspended Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspended-lighting-installation.md)