Immerse yourself in the art of Van Gogh
A CHANCE to step inside the imaginative world of an artistic genius is on offer to visitors to a city church, following successful runs in Brussels, Naples and York. Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, housed in the ancient and beautiful All Saints Church, in Highcross Street, can be seen until May 10. Using a variety of media, including virtual reality (VR) headsets, it tells the story of the post-impressionist painter’s life and work. Projections, recreations and
interactive elements of the artworks fill the Grade I listed exhibition space with more than 200 of Van Gogh’s works, huge projections of paintings brought to life with digital animation and a musical soundtrack.
Visitors will see through the eyes of Van Gogh during the 35-minute long, 360 degree experience.
The man behind the project is Mario Iacampo, creative director and founder of Exhibition Hub. He has worked with some of the world’s leading animation artists to create this unique experience.
“For so many people, art is inaccessible” he said. “Paintings hang isolated in galleries where you understand little about the work. This immersive experience changes that completely.
“Some of the most famous art works in the world are shown on a grand scale, and brought to life with movement that isn’t confined to the edges of a picture frame.”
Admission is £13 for adults, £11 for concessions and students and £9 for children. Family tickets cost £38. The VR Experience costs an additional £3 per person.
Discounted rates are available for school or community groups and quiet sessions will be held throughout the run to encourage visits from people with special educational needs.