ART and life will come together as one in Avoca once isolation ends after the successful testing for the Avoca Silo project was completed recently.
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Soon, moving images will be displayed on the silo through projector technology developed by the Melbourne-based Centre (for) Projection Art
President of Arts & Gardens Hugh Forster said there was some relief that the technical advice had proven, which also required workers to scale the silo to check on its structural integrity, had come to pass.
"Of significance was that 'made you blink' moment of the visual impact in seeing moving images, in full colour, live on the silo's wall across its full width and height," he said.
"Issues of paint glare and distortions due to the wall's curve were completely unfounded.
"The consensus of views expressed by those present were particularly about the longer-term economic benefits this project will generate for Avoca."
Centre (for) Projection Art chief executive Bianca Bowman said the colours and clarity passed the test with "flying colours"
"The residents of Avoca, with its silo located in such an idyllic space, should in time enjoy all the benefits from the wide range of events the Avoca Silo Project can offer the town as well as draw greater numbers of visitors from much further afield," she said.
"Our group is even more excited in becoming an integral part of the Avoca Silo Project following the invitation by Avoca Community Arts & Gardens to work with them in realizing the full potential this new innovative enterprise offers through utilizing large silos as outdoor art and entertainment venues."
Mr Forster said the idea for the site would be for the township to run festivals and events with a focus on the illumination.
But he said it was hoped it would also be available for businesses to rent as well.
"The silo and the area in front of it are ideal for festivals and gatherings," he said "You can sit and look, we could run a drive in movie as you could fit 100 cars in there.
"There are opportunities for art, sound and light shows, music concerts, anything you like.
"You start to realise the enormity of it and the opportunities for.outdoor event when you have a venue which uses imaging as the focal point.
"We're also building an illuminated sculpture on top of the top of the tower which is being done under the guidance of Kate Gerritsen.
"Kate is an outdoor art installation professional and brings to the project a high level of expertise as the appointed project manager for the project's sculptural element."
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