London-based United Visual Artists (UVA) is presenting “Spirit of the City,” a site-specific installation in the outdoor courtyard of A/D/O, the creative space in Greenpoint, Brooklyn by MINI. The installation is on view through September 2, 2018.“Spirit of the City” is a composition of light, shadow, movement, and reflection created through a modular system of revolving mirrored nine-foot high columns. “Our goal was to create a simple, yet transformative experience that metaphorically and physically reflects the surroundings of A/D/O and New York City at large,” says Matt Clark, Founder of UVA.“Rising over the visitor, each nine-foot column is intended to challenge personal perception while eliciting a visceral and electrifying reaction similar to the thrill one might experience when exploring a new city,” writes A/D/O.According to the group, the motion of the columns serves as a metaphor for the underlying forces that keep cities in constant transformation. The combined rotation is orchestrated to create different patterns of motion, articulating a number of moods that range from dormant to dynamic, playful or even turbulent. “The polished reflective surface of each column magnifies the movement of neighboring columns and recruits the surrounding environment — the sun, sky, and Greenpoint’s industrial setting – into the experience of the piece. As day turns to dusk, the piece takes on another personality, illuminated by sodium vapor lamps which reference the unique vibrancy of cities at night,” informs A/D/O.The London-based art practice United Visual Artists (UVA) was founded in 2003 by British artist Matt Clark. UVA’s work encompasses wall-based artwork, sculpture, large-scale site-specific installation, and performative projects.                                                                      A/D/O was founded by MINI. Its 23,000 square-foot space in Greenpoint, Brooklyn invites visitors to explore the future of design through a range of installations, exhibitions, and events.The installation is on view through September 2, 2018 at A/D/O, 29 Norman Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USAFor more information, visit: https://a-d-o.com/Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the installation.  http://www.blouinartinfo.com/                                                              Founder: Louise Blouin   Read more