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A 360°, large-scale digital art experience offering visitors total immersion in Van Gogh to be held at Propyard in St Phillips, Bristol

The stunning looking Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is coming to Propyard in Bristol from 9 April and set to run for the next six months.  

Located on Feeder Road, the 2,700 square metre venue will host the 360° digital art experience in St Philips Marsh, East Bristol. At the exhibition, visitors are invited to step into more than 300 of Van Gogh’s sketches, drawings and paintings by using floor-to-ceiling digital projections, made possible by state-of-the-art video mapping technology. 

As well as the two-storey tall central projection area, the exhibition also includes a one-of-a-kind VR experience in a separate gallery. This multi-sensory experience guides the viewer through a ten-minute journey on ‘a day in the life of the artist’, providing a chance to discover the inspiration behind some of his most beloved works including Vincent’s Bedroom at Arles, and Starry Night Over The Rhone River.

A drawing studio and additional galleries that explore the life, works and techniques of Van Gogh, create a truly immersive experience that provides its audience with a new, intimate understanding of the post-impressionist genius and his work. 

Immersive and educational, Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience provides a COVID-safe digital experience and great day out for adults and children alike. Tickets are on sale now via Fever’s marketplace, and start from £16 for adults and £9.50 for children.

All ticket holders will also receive access to the interactive landing page here, enhancing the edutainment experience, allowing guests to explore the story behind the exhibit and enjoy online activities. These include 360º panoramas, created from Van Gogh artworks that allow you to explore the surroundings and environment of Van Gogh himself; visual trivia that can be answered from the information and fun facts that appear on the website; and a download section with templates of Van Gogh’s main artworks  to colour. 

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