In the midst of the vibrant counterculture movement of the 1960s, a mesmerizing display of creativity and self-expression emerged: psychedelic oil projections. This otherworldly spectacle is achieved through the use of overhead projectors and a concoction of oil and liquid dyes.
For my projections, I take inspiration from this movement and incorporate other elements such as: animated Phenakistascopes, archival footage, and pre made animations that I have created using printmaking, collage and paint. It's the perfect thing to spice up a live gig or event!
The vibrant colours of the oils, from electric blues to fiery reds, sprawl across the walls, blending and merging in an ever-changing symphony of hues. The liquid dyes swirl and cascad, forming undulating shapes that pulse to the rhythm of the music, creating an all-encompassing multi-sensory experience. As well as performing at festivals and with musicians, oil projections can be a deeply relaxing experience and sensory experience. I have used the projections in collaboration with children and adults with additional needs.