i Light Singapore 2024: First look at the installations, including a ring of mist at Marina Bay (2024)

The light art festival i Light Singapore is back for its 10th iteration. FromMay 31 to Jun 23, art lovers can head to Marina Bay, South Beach,Millenia Walk and Tanjong Pagar to bask in the glow of the 17light art installations illuminating the area while learning more about sustainability.

CNA Lifestyle recently had the chance to get an early look at some of the installations alongMarina Bay.

1.FOUNTAIN OF HAPPINESS

Unleash your inner child at theFountain of Happiness which is located at Clifford Pier. The interactive installation features seven sets of swings and light tubes designed to resemble fountains.

You and your loved ones can hop ontothe swings and watch as the colours transform with each swinging motion. The piece also features Alibaba Cloud's AI-driven Energy Expert whichmeasures and analyses real-time energy consumption.

2.ALCHEMY OF ATMOSPHERES

Nope, Thor isn't making an appearance at the festival. However, you can still see "lightning" work its magic atAlchemy of Atmospheres, located at The Lawn beside NTUC Building. With its foreboding glow, the installation serves as a reminder ofhow our actions can impact climate and atmospheric conditions.

3. IWAGUMI AIR SCAPE

At Iwagumi Air Scape, you'll feel as if you've been transported to an alien planet that's filled with gigantic rocks. The "rocks" are actually filled with air and embodythe Japanese art of Iwagumi where rocks are laid out in an aquascaping manner to emphasise the rawness of nature.

Furthermore, the colours of the installation will change, depending on the movement of those passing through.

4.BOB THE NICE WORLD

This piece features a lightweight inflatable sculpture of a character named Bob The Nice Guy who tells his story through playful moving images. While he glows with positivity, he also serves as a reminder of climate change and its impact on urban spaces.

5.LIMINAL; MINIMAL

Created by students from Singapore University of Technology and Design’s Architecture and Sustainable Design programme,Liminal; Minimal is made out ofwooden beams, reclaimed pallets and discarded dust nettings.

The piece highlights the wastefulness of urban construction by framing the surrounding cityscape with remnants from building sites.

6. ARC ZERO: NIMBUS

Fans of Doctor Strange can try their hands at "waving a magic portal" at the Arc Zero: Nimbus installation. The piece features a ring of mist at the end of thepontoon near the Red Dot Design Museum.

7. PURE RING

Before heading intoThe Shoppes At Marina Bay Sands, take a breather at Pure Ring. This installation is shaped after a friendship bracelet. Visitors can sit on this artwork and trigger changing colours when they do so.

8. DANDELION

Created by a Sydney-based art studio, Dandelionbursts into a symphony of sound and light every five minutes. The installation aims to give visitors the chance to pause their hectic lives.

9.KINETIC PERSPECTIVE

Get ready to have your minds blown at Kinetic Perspective.

The circles within the installation are constantly moving, creating visual patterns that can change depending on where you're looking from.

In a statement to the media, festival director Jason Chen said: "The light art installations showcased at this milestone edition of i Light Singapore have been carefully selected for their originality, immersive and interactive nature as well as their ability to transform the urban experience at Marina Bay and the neighbouring precincts.

"As this vibrant signature event enlivens our city, we also hope that the sustainable artworks serve as reminders of the importance of sustainable living and inspire a collective vision for a greener future."

The artworks listed here are just some of the sights you can see at this year's i Light Singapore. Besides these installations, i Light Singapore 2024 also has other programmes including the food festivalGastroBeats which features street food from all over the world,The Conscious Festival which hasmusic performances and insightful talks related to wellness, and even a pop-up market.

More information can be found on i Light Singapore's website.