Breathing Lights
LED lights, electronics, 200 vacant houses / Site-specific / Multi-city / 2016
Breathing Lights was a massive light art installation that took place in 200 vacant homes in three neighboring cities in the Capital Region of New York. Funded through a $1 million “Public Art Challenge” grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies, warm light filled each window with an animated effect that emulated a breathing rhythm. As lead artist working with a team of 100 people and 75 project partners, we set out to give voice to the often neglected neighborhoods we were lighting. Through eight months of programming that included more than 100 events, our team facilitated discussions about vacancy, disinvestment, and the role art can play in combating civic issues. (Collaboration with architect, Barbara Nelson)
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