(Hi)Story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow
Art
Information
The second episode to our VR series (Hi)Story of a Painting, "The Light in the Shadow" focuses on Artemisia Gentileschi and her "Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria".
This episode dives into the story behind the painting and looks at the woman behind the painting and her journey to becoming one of Europe's best established artists of the 17th Century.
This VR experience gives the viewer a chance to actively engage with the story by discovering and activating “story bonuses”. The VR environment gives the viewer a sense of scale of the artwork, allowing anyone, from anywhere in the world, to form an intimate bond with each featured piece.
“(Hi)story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow” shows that an artist can come from anywhere.
Release date
03/12/2022
Synopsis
A latest episode of VR Series (Hi)Story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow, narrated by Cerys Matthews, explores the extraordinary story of one of today’s most celebrated Baroque artists: Artemisia Gentileschi. We follow her journey as she navigates a world where women have virtually no rights, and becomes one of Europe’s most celebrated and in-demand painters of her time.
Artemisia painted herself into posterity within her own lifetime – this story is about how she rose up against the odds and continues to capture our imaginations today.
Minimum Duration (mn)
10
Thematics
BiopicCulture and artsDocumentaryHistoryFeminism
Technology(ies) used
3D animation6DoFAmbisonics soundInteractivityReal time engine
Production company(ies)
Fat Red Bird, Monkey Frame
Distribution Strategy
Device(s) compatibility
Oculus Quest 2
Number of user(s)
Single-user experience
Play area
IndoorSeated (360° chair)Standing
Distribution strategy
Art museums & galleriesAt homeDigital art centersFestival, Art fairsHeritage sites
Target audience(s)
Young Adult Audience, Culture Visitors
Main Achievements (Prize, Selection, where the project has been already distributed)
Official Selection SXSW 2022
SXSW Winner Special Jury Recognition for Immersive Storytelling
Team
First and last name(s) of the Lead artist(s)
Quentin Darras and Gaëlle Mourre
First and last name(s) of producer(s)
Gaëlle Mourre and Charlotte Mikkelborg
Main cast
Cerys Matthews
