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Luxmuralis returns to the Old Royal Naval College, bringing ancient civilisations to life with Lost Worlds

This autumn, the Old Royal Naval College will be transformed after dark as Luxmuralis presents Lost Worlds, a spectacular new light and sound installation inspired by the myths, civilisations and natural wonders of the ancient world. Created by acclaimed artist Peter Walker with an original score by composer David Harper, the experience brings the Etruscans, Egyptians, Romans, Mayans and Anglo-Saxons to life through immersive projection, colour and sound.

At the heart of the installation is the magnificent Painted Hall. Three hundred years after Sir James Thornhill completed its celebrated artwork, Walker reimagines its iconic imagery through bespoke projections, turning Sir Christopher Wren’s architecture into a spectacular canvas of light. Ancient maps, astronomical knowledge, illuminated manuscripts, mythical kingdoms and fantastical creatures unfold across the historic buildings, creating a vivid journey through history, mythology and imagination.

The installation also reflects Greenwich’s maritime heritage, exploring themes of navigation, exploration and voyages into the unknown.

Combining cutting edge digital art with the Old Royal Naval College’s extraordinary architecture, Lost Worlds offers visitors a chance to experience this UNESCO World Heritage Site in a completely new light.

Dates: Friday 6th November – Sunday 15th November

Address: Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College, London SE10 9NN

For more information, click here.

Written by Jordan Crowley

Photo courtesy of Luxmuralis

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Jul 8, 2023
1 min read

Updated: May 28, 2024

It’s always encouraging to see big name brands and household labels take steps towards more sustainable operations. Such as the UK’s most iconic department store Selfridges, which has just launched a Swap Shop by LOANHOOD for the first time this summer. Through the initiative, customers are invited to bring in preowned clothes to swap from a curation of second-hand pieces, all without any purchase required. Offering another way to revive and refresh wardrobes while reducing fashion consumption.

The swap shops are hosted in partnership with LOANHOOD, a circular fashion community for rental and swapping. The aim is not only to prolong the lifespan of clothing by promoting the concept of buying pre-loved pieces over buying new, but also to inspire creativity and style by offering exclusive one-off opportunities outside of the latest seasonal collections.

Each person can bring up to five items of men’s and women’s clothing worth a resale value of £50 – £300. The dedicated team will value these items, and exchange them for stamps based on type, brand, and condition. Stamps can then be used to select pieces from the swap shop, while a team of expert assistants can help you to style and exchange items, dialing up the pleasure, fun and desirability of shopping second-hand.

Dates: 10th – 30th July

For more information and to book your ticket visit https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/features/info/stores/events/a-swap-shop-by-loanhood-at-selfridges-london

Written by Lupe Castro

Photography courtesy of Selfridges

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