Experienced multimedia artist Georgie Pinn is behind this year’s City of Greater Geelong Christmas projections.
City Hall will be illuminated for the Christmas in Geelong program with Ms Pinn’s projection having a test run on the building’s Gheringhap Street facade last week.
Ian de Gruchy and Olaf Meyer will also contribute to the artwork.
The display draws on the Christmas tradition of giving and the gesture of wrapping and unwrapping, and will feature designs and music inspired by the region’s community.
The City selected Multimedia Events to produce its first Christmas display, which utilises City Hall’s sound and light projection system.
Following the Christmas in Geelong opening night celebration on Saturday 12 November, the floating Christmas tree will be switched on at Steampacket Quay.
A marching band will lead community members to City Hall where the projections will launch at 9.30pm.
Spectators will also be treated to the second fireworks display of the night, discharged from the City Hall rooftop.
Mayor Peter Murrihy said the festive projections will see City Hall come alive with playful designs and a sense of wonder for Christmas this year.
“The animations on Gheringhap Street always create an electric atmosphere in Central Geelong and put the community in the festive spirit,” he said.
“Off the back of captivating projections for White Night, NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week and ANZAC Day, this special commission will cement our region’s reputation of curating and presenting exceptional public art experiences.”
After its Saturday 12 November launch, the 12-minute display will run nightly from 8.30pm until 11.30pm.
The projections can watch the full show at geelongaustralia.com.au/christmas
