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Van Gogh Alive, an Immersive, Multi-Sensory Art Experience, The Lume Melbourne
The Lume officially opened its doors in Melbourne last November, and it is the first permanently housed digital art gallery in Australia. The exhibition, titled ‘Van Gogh Alive, an Immersive, Multi-Sensory Art Experience, showcases some of the best of Van Gogh’s art, such as The Starry Night to his Self Portraits to Sunflowers and The Night Cafe while promising a multi-sensory, fully immersive experience for visitors. ?
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Over 3000 paintings, sketches, letters, and archive photos are turned into a larger-than-life experience involving large-scale projections all over the walls and floors, atmospheric soundscapes, gleaming lights and even piped aroma. It almost feels as if you are the subject matter of his beautiful art, while you view each piece from a wholly different perspective. Here’s what you can expect from this monumental, immersive experience. ?
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One of Van Gogh’s personal favourites is Vincent's Bedroom In Arles, and you can literally walk and sit down in the painting! Taken from the canvas and brought to life in 3D, you can move around Van Gogh’s room, sit in his chair or on his bed or see the self-portraits he inserted into his works. ?
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As you enter the main gallery, all of Van Gogh’s works are constantly moving and ever-revolving all around you. You can choose a spot against a wall, on the floor, or you perch yourself on The Lume’s balcony, and get lost in the beauty of his art. ? You don’t have to rush and try to catch any of his work because you won't miss a single thing. ?
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You’re inside Van Gogh’s majestic Starry Night Over The Rhone, and the next minute his self-portraits are in full view standing 30 feet tall over you, with accompanying soothing soundscapes playing in the backdrop, transporting yourself to the bygone eras of Van Gogh.
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Did you know that you can even eat inside one of Van Gogh’s paintings? The famous Terrace Café 1888 comes to life with a menu that reflects Van Gogh’s Dutch heritage with a touch of French influences, Van Gogh’s adopted city, while you sip coffee and enjoy the gallery’s projections of this exquisite art piece.
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Do note that this restaurant is not halal-certified. While their desserts do not use any non-halal ingredients and contain no alcohol, they also serve alcohol on their premises, so do check with the staff for more information and dine in at your discretion.
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Afterwards you can head over to the mirrored infinity room filled with hundreds of sunflowers (IG-worthy photo opp right here! ?), and you can also stop by for a quick art lesson, and realise the inner Van Gogh in you. ?
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Whether you’re all for the ‘Gram, a true art connoisseur, or simply just looking for a new activity to do, a trip to The Lume Melbourne is bound to take your breath away. Ready to book that ticket to Australia now? ?
The Lume Melbourne
Halal status of their cafe: Do note that this restaurant is not halal-certified. While their desserts do not use any non-halal ingredients and contain no alcohol, they also serve alcohol on their premises, so do check with the staff for more information and dine in at your discretion.
Opening hours: 10am – 9pm (Mon-Thurs); 10am-10pm (Fri); 9am – 10pm (Sat); 9am – 9pm (Sun)
Address: 5 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia (Located in Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre)
Buy tickets: Here