Concept sketches based on dark surroundings. Material: marker on 225 gr. paper, 42 × 30 cm.

Drawing with light
At the start of the project, the possibilities were endless. Moniek Merkx had a rough story line, but the technology and interactions were still left blank. Would they use projectors, lasers, light objects, or reflective materials? Would interactions be restricted to the stage, or would they involve the audience? Would interactions continue after the show?

Projections can only be viewed if the surroundings are dark enough. Early plans involved a lot of drawings with bright colours on dark backgrounds. How would things show up on a dark stage, and how would the players interact with drawings and technology?

 

Detail from concept sketch.


Detail from concept sketch.