Shannon Novak

Scherzando (2013)

7 min 51 secSingle channel / Digital Video / Colour / Sound

In Scherzando Novak uses mobile devices and software to augment the Auckland Art Gallery's collection of permanent works and also the surrounding architecture of fire escapes, alarms, and signage.

Credits & notes

This video documents Scherzando which formed part of the 2013 group exhibition Freedom Farmers: New Zealand Artists Growing Ideas at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland, New Zealand.

Augmented reality intervention, digital file, software and vinyl signs
Animations can be triggered by most mobile devices (phones and tablets) running iOS or Android

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    Capriccio I (2016)

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