Exhibition of Sound Art
Listening to Transparency

Exhibition of Sound Art for Xulei Li

Listening to Transparency was an exhibition consisted of 44 audio and visual art works. Focusing on spatialization design and using any kind of transparent materials, most of these installation art pieces convey the status of optics and ability of visual expression behind the meaning of transparency. The visual design is based on circular waves representing sound sources. The waves are of various angles and curvatures. The visual have a transparent look, representing the transparent material used by the art pieces, as well as the transient and untouchable sound.

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Unique Properties

In terms of production and design extension, the font and circular sound waves elements were separated, The font is silk-screen printed on transparent PVC material in gradual changing dot grid and the sound waves are printed on paper. The two layers will combine into one complete visual. By doing so, audience are led to pay attention to the title and the theme of the exhibition. When they turn the page of the text, the sound waves will be revealed, attracting them into world of sound world.

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Image design, Invitation, book design, poster design, tickets design, layout

Production Technology

This work uses two special color printing in all application design inside. the type are silk-screen printed on transparent PVC material in gradual changing dot grid, the sound waves elements are printed in cotton paper by using Risograph technology.

Design Challenge

The visual design has to be in tune with the artworks and entire exhibition, and at the same time be consistent with the tone of the museum.

Project Duration

The project started in May 2017 in Shanghai Minsheng Art Museum and finished in September 2017

Operation Flow

It is contains extra digital contents, you can via an app to scan the poster/ key visuals to link an promotional flim of the exhibition.

Research

The exhibition "Listening to Transparency" was consisted of 44 audio and visual art works. With a focus on spatialization design, most of these installation art pieces adapt many kinds of transparent and lighting materials to present audience the visualized transparency.. The visual design is based on circular waves representing sound sources. The waves are of various angles and curvatures. The visual have a transparent look, representing the transparent material used by the art pieces, as well as the transient and untouchable sound.

Inspiration

The visual design of the exhibition is based on circular waves representing sound sources. The waves are of various angles, curvatures, and colors. The visual have a transparent look, representing the transparent material used by the art pieces, as well as the transient and untouchable sound. The font in traditional font Song, carrying an aura of China. The overall colors matched the colors of France’s National Flag, symbolizing the cultural communication between China and France.

Project Overview

Listening to Transparency Exhibition of Sound Art has been a Bronze winner in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

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Bronze Recognition

Xulei Li was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work Listening to Transparency Exhibition of Sound Art.

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Listening to Transparency Exhibition Showcases Unique Sound Art at Shanghai Minsheng Art Museum

An exhibition of sound art, "Listening to Transparency," by designer Xulei Li, is set to captivate audiences with its innovative visual and audio experience.


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