Christie, the global visual and audio technology company, has provided its GS Series 1DLP laser projectors for Dreamscape: An Interactive Tech-Art Exhibition at the Shanghai Powerlong Museum, a non-profit private organisation committed to supporting cultural exchange and communication.
The projectors dazzled visitors with vibrant and colourful graphics showing electric arc currents in the 11-week event, in which a unique situational interactive experience immersed guests in a fantastical multiverse.
Shocking Thunder
The exhibition took two years to develop and consisted of two primary areas and seven themed spaces that flawlessly combined cutting-edge technology with original art and visual design.
Hall 1 showcased a pioneering interactive installation called Shocking Thunder. Standing over 10 metres (33 feet) tall, this installation blended captivating visuals and audio with a spectacular display of genuine electric currents produced from a stainless-steel mirror.
Seven Christie DWU1075-GS laser projectors, installed by Christie’s trusted partner Shanghai Qingying Digital Technology, were at the core of the experience. These units produced dynamic floor projections that responded to visitor actions, creating elaborate electric arc patterns on the ground when guests stepped on selected areas fitted with motion-sensing devices.
Yueyi Wu, general manager, Shanghai Qingying Digital Technology, says: “The deployment of Christie GS Series laser projectors at the ‘Shocking Thunder’ exhibition area had been pivotal in delivering an immersive and interactive experience for visitors.
“These projectors’ superior brightness, advanced colour reproduction, and reliable 24/7 operation enabled us to create striking visuals that mesmerised and engaged audiences. We’re proud to leverage Christie’s cutting-edge technology to push the boundaries of what’s possible in interactive exhibitions.”
“We’re delighted that our GS Series laser projectors played a key role in creating an unforgettable experience for visitors at the ‘Dreamscape’ exhibition,” says April Qin, senior sales director for China, Enterprise, Christie. “The ‘Shocking Thunder’ installation showcased how our advanced projection technology can bring art and technology together, delighting visitors and setting new standards for immersive exhibitions.”
The DWU1075-GS offers 10,875 lumens and WUXGA resolution, with lifelike visuals and enhanced colour reproduction. The projector’s laser illumination, paired with Christie BoldColor Technology, achieves the colour balance required to accurately recreate colourful images while preserving brightness. Christie RealBlack technology delivers deep blacks by turning off the laser light while displaying black scenes, improving the overall visual experience.
GS Series laser projectors are built for dependability and versatility, with a compact design, light weight, quiet operation, and a comprehensive array of lenses, making them suitable for boardrooms, education, and places of worship. Their nonstop operation durability ensures that they can withstand the demands of high-traffic venues like museums and amusement parks.
The Shanghai Powerlong Museum in Qibao, a township in Shanghai’s Minhang District, hosted Dreamscape: An Interactive Tech-Art Exhibition until 20 October. The exhibition provided visitors with a rare opportunity to witness the merging of art and technology in a multiverse of wonders.
Last month, Christie announced that its high-performance HS Series 1DLP laser projectors, Pandoras Box Software and Widget Designer are creating captivating visual experiences at Museum HEI, the biggest media art museum in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province.
