Light Shower Montalvo
2018; 8’ H x 5’ D; mixed media, light
Including: Fiber optics, acrylic fasteners, projector, driver, ceiling casing
Including: Fiber optics, acrylic fasteners, projector, driver, ceiling casing
Photo credit: Mark Pickthall, 2018
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Bruce Munro completed his first Light Shower in 2008. While visiting the highlands of Scotland, the artist was transfixed by the sight of rain falling down a plate glass window, and the idea of a shower of light was born. Developing the ideal droplet shape that could be held by a fiber optic strand took years to perfect. Upon close examination, you can see a little fiber peeking out the bottom end of the bead. This is intended to represent the sunlight caught in the drop, much like you might see in a natural setting.
Site-specific Light Shower installations have been created in many locations, including the Salisbury Cathedral, UK; Cheekwood Gardens, TN; and Longwood Gardens, PA. They have also been acquired into select collections worldwide, and Montalvo Arts Center is honored to be one of them. Through the generous support of Susan and Bob Finocchio, Light Shower Montalvo will remain in the Solarium of our historic Villa for the public to enjoy for years to come. |