Here we document the transformation of Cannon Street Railway Bridge through Leo Villareal’s #IlluminatedRiver artwork.
Washes of kinetic colour are subtly programmed to mirror the motion of passing trains.
Leo Villareal Studio LDS Architects Atelier Ten
📸 © James Newton
Ahead of rail strikes for the rest of the week I took the opportunity to go to London yesterday #illuminatedriver
'A blade of #light ' Even when closed – as above, so below.
The #ThamesPath and #IlluminatedRiver are always worth a #walktober wander 💖
💡Artificial light at night originating from bridge illumination can cause polarised light pollution when its light is reflected at water body surfaces.
#ALAN #lightpollution #bridgeillumination #polarisedlightpollution #illuminatedriver
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On my way home after a wonderful #illuminatedriver walk with walking class hero 💙
Throughly enjoyable and informative!
Westminster Bridge opened on this day in 1862 – Queen Victoria's 43rd birthday.
Today, the #IlluminatedRiver artwork by Leo Villareal Studio gently washes the graceful structure in green light, referencing the colour of the House of Commons’ benches.
📸 © James Newton
To paraphrase... it's the outside that counts!
#westminsterbride #bigben #illuminatedriver #London
Illuminated River
Daily Picture Theme Today’s Daily Picture Theme is ‘Lights'
Southwark Bridge lit up at night #IlluminatedRiver
#DailyPictureTheme
Daily Picture Theme To celebrate the coronation of King Charles, London Bridge was illuminated in red, white & blue #CapturedColour #DailyPictureTheme #IlluminatedRiver
A host of spectacularly lit bridges as Illuminated River celebrates 2 years since the completion of #illuminatedriver - bringing a colourful glow to the Thames’ bridges #London #happyanniversaryilluminatedriver
Don’t miss the final #IlluminatedRiver boat tours of the season! The unique night-time experience gives you a front row seat to see the artwork and some of London most iconic architecture.
Final tours take place on 18 and 25 May. Book here > bit.ly/47EEJlv
Illuminated River tours are back with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Running every Sat until the 30 Dec. The tour covers all nine bridges which form the world's longest piece of public art. Enjoy the spectacle from the river. #thisislondon #riverthames #illuminatedbridges #illuminatedriver
We have a wonderful night on the Thames coming up - message today to reserve your space #illuminatedriver
Here we look at Blackfriars Road Bridge before and after #IlluminatedRiver , showing how Leo Villareal’s light installation enhances its architecture at night.
Leo Villareal Studio used subtle scarlet and mauve hues to reveal the underside of the bridge’s five iron arches.
Jump onboard with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers for the last Illuminated River Official Boat Tour of the season this Saturday 25 May.
The 40-minute round trip departs from Tower Pier at 21:30 and sails under all nine bridges in the #IlluminatedRiver artwork.
Book > bit.ly/47EEJlv
Join us today in celebrating UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳’s #InternationalDayofLight
For #IlluminatedRiver , Leo Villareal Studio worked with cutting edge LED technology and custom software, creating light compositions that echo the movement of the river.
More info > bit.ly/4aW0E9u
