Jodrell Bank
The Universe Projection
Project Lead Artist
Motion Graphic Designer
Overview
The new Jodrell Bank visitor centre aims to entertain and educate audiences on its groundbreaking astronomical discoveries and historical importance. A purpose-built gallery space and auditorium takes visitors on an audio-visual journey through time and space.
Full Credits
Studio: Squint Opera
Exhibition Design: Casson Mann
Technology Integration: Electrosonic
Executive Creative Director: Vadim Charles
Creative Director: Dan Lusby
Producer: Katharine Luff
Lead Motion Graphic Designer: James Kiely
Motion Graphic Support: Funda Topolongau
The Universe Projection
Projection mapped to cover 12 x HD projections culminating in a total of 20,000px, the Universe projection allows visitors to seamlessly see the sky from the point of view of the Jodrell Bank Telescope. Built from old solid steel plates previously used on the telescope the projection surface curates a wrap-around immersive experience for the visitors.
The linear looping 20-minute film displays a timelapse of the day with each projection travelling off to explore different areas of the sky. Content triggered by interactive exhibits integrates into the UI grid systems built for the linear film. Takeover moments disrupt the sequence by lighting up the gallery space.
