The vibrant art installation ‘Beacons of Light’ is returning to the newly revitalised Heard Park, Parnell, for this year’s Christmas season.
‘Beacons of Light’ is a work of art comprised of five lightboxes standing tall in Heard Park. Now in its third year, this installation inspires feelings of awe and wonder each Christmas season. This year also marks the first time that ‘Beacons of Light’ will be installed Heard Park since it underwent a major revitalisation project earlier this year, illuminating the new green areas and play space for all to enjoy.
This year, the beacons are decorated with colourful works of art by two local artists—Liam Downes, Eden Park’s live event artist and Art Battle NZ Producer; and multimedia artist Vjekoslav Nemesh, who specialises in oil paintings. Each artist has selected five artworks to adorn our beacons, which will stand at 2.5 metres tall and be illuminated by night.
This installation, which was commissioned by the Parnell Business Association, has become a hotly anticipated event in the suburb’s festive calendar. The Parnell Business Association hopes that the ‘Beacons of Light’, alongside the new seating and play spaces at Heard Park, will be enjoyed by all who visit this holiday season, inviting the public to pause and reflect amidst the bustle of Christmas.
‘Beacons of Light’ will be on display in Heard Park, Parnell from 24 November—6 January, and are free to visit for the duration of this period.
