DUBAI LIGHT ART FESTIVAL

Dubai, 2024

Evolution Scenic was entrusted with fabricating and installing a series of artistic lighting structures for the Dubai Light Art Festival, held at Expo City Dubai.

Commissioned by AGB Events, the project required precision engineering, high-quality scenic fabrication, and structural expertise to bring the artists’ creative visions to life.

Custom Fabrication of Artistic Lighting Installations

• Minaret 2.0 by Abdullah Al-Mullah
  • Fabricated a custom metal structure weighing 1,000kg, featuring geometric-shaped acrylic frames with reflective vinyl.
  • Designed and installed a 2-ton metal base frame with counterweights for stability.
  • Integrated internal RGBW lighting for dynamic visual effects, reflecting the five daily prayer times through color transitions.
• Musk Spectre Sculpture by Dr. Najat Makki
  • Produced seven custom metal structures interconnected with metal base plates, covering a 180sqm area.
  • Wrapped the figures in stretch tulle fabric and integrated RGBW lighting to create shadow-based visuals.
  • Installed 3 tons of sand pits, representing the transition from water to sand and reflecting Dubai’s environmental transformation.
• Afterlife by Maitha Hamdan
  • Fabricated a cylindrical metal structure measuring 2.4m in diameter and 6m in height.
  • Installed a custom LED light curtain around the entire structure, creating a 360-degree illuminated effect.

Overcoming Complex Challenges

• Logistics & Transportation: The geometric acrylic elevations of the Minaret 2.0 structure posed significant transportation challenges. At 2.1m (W) x 2.1m (D) x 10m (H), careful logistical planning was required to ensure its safe delivery and installation.
• Structural Integrity & Stability: Heavy counterweights and secure base structures were engineered to meet safety standards and withstand outdoor conditions.
• Seamless On-Site Execution: A tightly coordinated installation schedule ensured that all elements were safely and efficiently positioned on-site within the festival’s timeline.

A Striking Fusion of Art, Light, and Scenic CraftsmanshipThe Dubai Light Art Festival installations were a testament to Evolution Scenic’s ability to merge artistic creativity with precise scenic engineering. By delivering large-scale, visually captivating installations with integrated lighting and structural stability, Evolution Scenic helped transform Expo City Dubai into a mesmerizing display of illuminated art.

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