Eternal Light Fundraiser for The Lumonics Legacy Project

Saturday, April 27
8 pm to 12 midnight
$20 suggested donation
$25 at the door (suggested donation)
Complimentary refreshments

 

 

You are welcome to make an additional donation at the event!

Eternal Light is the first fundraiser for the Lumonics Legacy Project which aims to protect and preserve more than 200 light sculptures created by the late Mel and Dorothy Tanner, the founders of Lumonics. The money raised will help create a sustainable legacy and future, establishing a Friends Of Lumonics non-profit, and ultimately creating partnerships to share this art with the world.

We truly appreciate Nate Lappegaard (DJ Ishe), Ginger Perry, L.A. Zwicky, and Nicole Douglas for organizing this gathering.

Ginger Perry is a veteran open-format DJ from Denver with a strong affinity for darker tracks and a deep knowledge of what it takes to ignite a party atmosphere.

L.A. Zwicky is a Denver-based DJ and artist. On the scene since 2010, L.A.’s DJ sets cut across genres of contemporary globe-trotting electronic music weaving together unique finds alongside sparkly dance-worthy tunes to bring you a multi-genre party experience that will leave your hearts pumping and your body moving.

Nicole Douglas is a welcomed sound healing practitioner here in Colorado. Her Integral Sound Healing approach is particularly effective at triggering your body’s relaxation response, which can help alleviate the symptoms of chronic stress and promote balance throughout your entire being.

DJ Ishe, also known by his real name Nate Lappegaard, stands as an influential figure in the US electronic music scene, with a notable presence in genres such as dubstep, drum and bass (DNB), and breaks. His extensive body of work, which includes over 100 tracks since 2008, is more than a testament to his skill as a musician. It serves as an homage to the rich, diverse origins of electronic music, acknowledging the varied communities that have contributed to its evolution and vibrancy.

Central to Ishe’s ethos is a strong commitment to elevating voices that have historically been marginalized within the music industry. This commitment extends beyond his musical creations into the realm of advocacy, aiming for a future where the electronic music industry celebrates and reflects the diversity of its artistic community. Through his efforts, Ishe seeks to foster a more inclusive electronic music scene that honors its global influences and roots.

Ishe is not merely an artist pushing genre boundaries but also a pivotal advocate for change, championing a vision for the electronic music scene that is as diverse and eclectic as its history warrants. By balancing respect for the past with advocacy for a more inclusive future, Ishe solidifies his role as a seminal figure in the ongoing evolution of electronic music across the US.

Lumonics is among the first and longest-running light art projects in the U.S. The essence of Lumonics is in its ability to inspire creativity and elicit a profound sense of wonder. We will be concluding the evening with a Lumonics Immersed, orchestrated live by Marc Billard.

“We are honored to present the most-up-to date form of the Lumonics multisensory experience that the late pioneering light artists, Dorothy and Mel Tanner, began in 1969. Marc Billard worked closely with the Tanners for many years, and his creative input has enabled the art form to evolve. We are gratified to not only continue the art form but to [evolve it]. The audience members are also collaborators as they take this multisensory journey with us.”
– Barry Raphael and Marc Billard
excerpted from interview with Meow Wolf after our exhibit in The Galleri ended, and we began Lumonics Immersed at our Gallery/Theater
https://meowwolf.com/blob/denver-artist-projects

More info about the Lumonics Legacy Project:
https://lumonics.net/legacy

Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you!

Lumonics Microgrant from The Denver Theatre District

Lumonics received a grant from The Denver Theatre District Microgrant Program in May, 2024. The funds will be used to present field trips for Title 1 Schools in the Denver Metro Area.


The field trip consists of a tour of the gallery, art studio, and art school; a short documentary about the history of Lumonics, among the first and longest-running light art projects in the United States; a light and sound immersion, orchestrated live; and concludes with a question and answer session. Teachers are provided with a follow-up lesson plan for the classroom.

 

About the Denver Theatre District:

The Denver Theatre District consists of a 16-block area of downtown Denver that enables interactive, immersive and experimental arts and culture events and experiences. It provides creatives with a platform and financial support for sharing their work.

Lumonics has enjoyed working with The Denver Theatre District, presenting Lumonics Mind Spa: Light Intersection at Understudy Gallery, working with Thadeaous Mighell and Annie Geimer.

We also showed a video on the Clocktower Building, working with David Moke of Night Lights Denver.

 

Links:
Lumonics Field Trips
Denver Theatre District

photo by Third Dune Productions

 

 

photo by David Moke

 

Visitors from Morningstar Assisted Living

 

Today, we had a wonderful group of residents from Morningstar Assisted Living. They toured the gallery rooms, the art studio and light art school, and then were seated for the light and sound immersion.

 

 

Lumonics Legacy Project

Friends of Lumonics Legacy Project
Friends of Lumonics Legacy Project

History of Light Art:

Light art traces its roots back to ancient civilizations, where techniques like shadow puppetry entertained and told stories using light sources such as oil lamps and candles. The 17th-century invention of the magic lantern marked a significant leap forward, captivating audiences with colorful imagery and animations. Today, Lumonics stands as a beacon of innovation in projection art, blurring the lines between cinema, sculpture, and performance with its pioneering work in immersive experiences.

Contemporary Projection Art:

In the digital age, Lumonics continues to lead the way in projection art, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like augmented reality. These advancements push artistic boundaries, creating mesmerizing installations and multimedia performances that redefine the art form.

Impact of Lumonics:

Lumonics art engages multiple senses, offering viewers a deeper connection and prompting reflection on perception and reality. It transforms spaces, fosters community engagement, and explores themes of temporality and existence, leaving a lasting impression on all who experience it.

Preserving Lumonics Art:

Preserving Lumonics’ legacy is vital to honoring its significant contributions to the development of light and sound as artistic mediums. By ensuring accessibility to future generations, Lumonics continues to inspire and enrich lives, contributing to cultural tourism and economic growth.

Lumonics has made significant contributions to the development of light, sound, and projection as an artistic movement paving the way for immersive experiences.  Preserving their works honors their legacy and allows their artistic achievements to be celebrated and studied by future generations of artists and art enthusiasts.

Lumonics has the power to educate, inspire, and enrich the lives of individuals. We want to ensure that these artworks endure that remain accessible to the public, and find inspiration in creative expression.

Lumonics plays a crucial role in attracting tourists and promoting cultural tourism, contributing to the economic growth and cultural vitality of our local community.  Lumonics contributes to the identity and sense of place unique to the greater Denver area.  However, traveling the world and sharing with a broader community is a long-term goal. 

This fundraiser aims to protect and preserve more than 200 light sculptures created by Mel and Dorothy Tanner. The Lumonics archives also include collages, sketchbooks, hand-painted 35- millimeter slides, original projector tray paintings, preserved media articles, photographs, and an expanding library of music visuals; in addition to raising money for creating a sustainable legacy and future, including marketing and pr efforts, establishing a Friends Of Lumonics non-profit, and ultimately creating partnerships to share this art with the world. 

Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated!

 

 

Friends of Lumonics Legacy Project Spotfund Link