A detailed description of Bubblesque for those who are visually impaired 

Bubblesque is a large cluster of bubbles in the body of water at Mann Island that resembles a bubble bath. There are some large bubble clusters on the land, next to the water. The artwork is interactive. When the audience touches the interactive module, the clusters of bubbles will change colours in the water. During the day the bubbles shimmer in iridescent colours, and at night they light up with dynamic animations.

A detailed description of Bubblesque for those who are hearing impaired

A bubbly and playful soundscape accompanies the artwork. Warm, upbeat tones with a joyful and ambient melody.

Visual and Light considerations

Bubblesque is animated with gentle, colour bending gradients illuminating the water. The gradients shift between warm hues and cool hues.

When activated, the area is split into four sections, each reacting to an interactive point.Stemming from the direction of the interactive point, colours move back and forth across the water in time with the speed of the audience’s touch.

Noise considerations

Etherial, water-inspired sounds bubble and build to accompany the artwork. The sound moves between low, slow moments and into energetic moments of cool bubbling sound

General considerations

  • The approach and circulation are level. 
  • Whilst the installation itself does not contain any seating areas, benches are situated in the vicinity of the installation in the area

  • Easy Read Description can be found here.

Quiet hour measures

River of Light will be organising four 'Quiet Hour' sessions for 2024. They will take place on the following days/times: - 

  • Sunday 27 October, Monday 28 October, Sunday 3 November and Monday 4 November. 
  • 4pm - 5pm

Measures that will be in place during the 'Quiet Hour' staging will be different for each installation and further details can be found here.

During the Quiet Hour, the music accompanying the piece will be lowered. 

 

NEED ADDITIONAL HELP?

  • All installations will have a member of staff present who is there for your safety and will be able to answer any specific queries you may have.

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