Here's how you can join Futureheads star Ross Millard in capturing the essence of Sunderland in artwork
A trio of artists including Futureheads member Ross Millard have been commissioned to create a unique artwork installation that will be part of a major new city venue.
Ross will join video artist and sound designer Jeremy Bradfield and creative technologist Ben Lawrence to create ‘Timepiece’ for the Culture House.
The ever-evolving artwork, an audio and visual installation utilising the large, state-of-the-art screens and speakers, will take pride of place in the new building’s atrium. Appearing on the hour every hour for a year, the piece will act as a practical clock for visitors and an ongoing tribute to Sunderland.
Using archive images, footage and audio, field recordings and composed music, the installation is designed to change and evolve over time.
It aims to show venue visitors the stories of Sunderland, celebrating the city’s past, present and future, with a special moment created on the hour every hour.
The city’s residents are being offered the chance to be part of the piece by contributing their own images.
The artists are looking for photographs of people in front of well-known Sunderland landmarks, people celebrating festivals, images of people in their work uniforms or photos or videos of special family moments.
Peter McIntyre, Executive Director of Economy and Place at the Council, said: “We’re delighted to announce three fantastic artists, all of whom have a connection to the North East, who will come together to bring this installation to Culture House.
“The building’s atrium will be a spectacular, welcoming space for residents and visitors and this will add to their experience.
“As well as being a place for people to meet and take part in activities, Culture House will bring exciting, cutting edge showcases to the city.”
You can contribute images via the Living Archive online portal.