ABOUT
The Portal
The Portal is a site-specific interactive installation. The work employs one way mirrors and lights to create an infinite reflection behind a layer of ice oering us a glimpse into a seemingly intangible world. The work assumes the familiar form of an architectural fragment providing access to an ephemeral realm.
The free-standing gateway creates a link between our earthly realm and the one beyond the veil of ice, inviting visitors to play and explore while creating a sense of wonder.
The infinity mirror provides the impression of an unexpected depth, while creating the illusion of silhouettes behind the gate, portraying fading reflections of the guests via capturing images with a hidden camera and converting them into light patterns. Embedded speakers play murmurs of participants' voices to enhance the overall ect. The interaction invites active participation of the guests to explore, and contemplate these ephemeral instances.