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Pierre HUYGHE, After UUmwelt 📍La Grande Halle, Fondation Luma, Arles ▪️ Installation by iDzia: LED screens, video server, sound, sensors Pierre HUYGHE, "After UUmwelt" Pierre Huyghe, an artist renowned for exploring the relationships between humans, nature, and technology, transformed the La Grande Halle at the Fondation Luma into a true sensory laboratory. His installation After UUmwelt  immerses viewers in a universe where human and artificial imagination interact with biological and technological entities. Through this immersive experience, Huyghe confronts the audience with a world in constant evolution, populated by cells, viral forms, and biological and technological processes, blending to create a dynamic environment. The artwork takes its name from the concept of "umwelt," a biological term referring to the world as perceived by an organism — its unique sensory experience of the environment. By adding the prefix "U" to this term, Huyghe suggests an amplification of this perception, transformed and altered by technological and biological elements, offering a new and disorienting view of our surroundings. The installation highlights how human and non-human environments can be interconnected through biological and artificial systems. After UUmwelt  deploys a series of interactive devices that actively engage the viewer's senses. LED screens, video servers, a specially designed sound system, and sensors act as dynamic interfaces that respond to movement and human interaction. The installation becomes a living space, an organism in itself, where the artist creates a dialogue between humans and machines, nature and technology. Visitors are invited to experience this environment as a fluid, transitional space where the boundaries between different forms of life and technology blur. Every element of the installation, whether biological or digital, contributes to this unique sensory experience, blurring the lines between the natural and the artificial. The entire setup creates a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, almost futuristic, where mutations are visible and tangible, offering a glimpse into another world, both fascinating and unsettling. This exhibition, presented from June 26, 2021, to February 9, 2022, prompted reflection on the evolving relationships between humans, technology, and life itself. Pierre Huyghe thus invites us to reconsider our perceptions and interactions with the world around us through an unprecedented immersive and multisensory experience. @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel

Sophia AL MARIA, Tender Point Ruin, 2021 📍Exhibition Prelude - La Mécanique Générale, Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ iDzia Installation: Video Projection with Multichannel Sound Sophia AL MARIA, "Tender Point Ruin" Tender Point Ruin  by Sophia Al Maria focuses on ancient Arabic poetry, collective history, and an assemblage of exquisite cadaveric moments. The artwork immerses the viewer in a universe where ancient Arabic poetry, collective history, and strange beauty converge. The artist delves into universal themes such as memory, destruction, and resilience, weaving connections between the past and present through evocative images and haunting sounds. This video installation, supported by a multichannel sound system, highlights the tensions and ruptures within Arab culture while exploring visual and auditory metaphors. The work reveals images that feel both ancient and contemporary, depicting scenes of destruction, transformation, and resilience. The combination of video projection and sound creates a unique sensory experience that immerses the viewer in a space where time seems suspended, and history is constantly being reinterpreted. Ancient Arabic poetry lies at the heart of this installation, with Al Maria using it to resonate with modern themes, such as the search for meaning in an ever-changing world. The artist invokes symbols of ruin, loss, and reconstruction, while paying homage to the richness of Arab culture and its timeless echoes. The video projections blend scenes of destruction with elements of fragile beauty, creating a poignant and unsettling contrast. The sound design amplifies the emotional impact of the work, with sounds that traverse the space and envelop the audience. Tender Point Ruin  can be seen as a reflection on the fragility of civilizations and cultures in the face of the forces of time and history. The piece encourages reflection on notions of preservation and erasure, while inviting contemplation on cultural heritage and how we integrate it into our present. From June 26, 2021, to January 9, 2022@luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @yamaha_proaudio_official // @epsonfrance // @brightsign Through this installation, Sophia Al Maria invites viewers into an immersive and contemplative experience that transcends temporal and cultural boundaries to address universal and deeply human themes.

P. STAFF, Conjunctions, 2021 📍Exhibition Prelude - La Mécanique Générale, Fondation Luma, Arles ▪️ iDzia Installation: LED screen, multichannel sound, lighting P. STAFF, "Conjunctions" P. Staff's Conjunctions  installation, presented as part of the Prelude  exhibition at the Fondation Luma, immerses the viewer in a deep reflection on the intensity of the relationship between two bodies, whether celestial or planetary, human or cyborg, living or undead. Through this work, P. Staff explores the concepts of contact and the transfer of energy through matter, thus questioning the boundary between the organic and the non-organic, the living and the non-living. This project is part of a broader reflection on bodily dynamics and the interactions between different forms of existence. Conjunctions  challenges the viewer to think beyond typical physical relationships by inviting them to reconsider how we are interconnected with our environment. The work creates an immersive and sensory atmosphere where viewers are invited to engage with representations of bodies and matter in interaction. The LED screen, combined with a multichannel sound installation and a carefully crafted light setup, provides a richly sensory experience in which each visual and auditory element seems to converse with the others, creating an organic and vibrant whole. The use of multichannel sound enhances this immersion, enveloping the viewer in a dynamic and spatial auditory environment. The concept behind Conjunctions  offers a complex vision of the world, where the boundaries between the living and the non-living blur and transform. The projected images, coupled with a progressively dense and saturated sound environment, suggest invisible interconnections, exchanges of energy and matter, as if the work itself became a space of passage where elements intertwine and transform. In doing so, P. Staff invites viewers to reflect on their place in the world and their relationship with other forms of life, whether biological or technological. From June 26, 2021 to January 9, 2022@p___staff // @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel Conjunctions  is thus a poetic and philosophical exploration of invisible exchanges and the intimate relationships that bind us to the universe, in an innovative and captivating visual and auditory language. This work perfectly illustrates the ability of art to transcend boundaries, twist realities, and invite the viewer to question fundamental concepts of our existence.

Jakob KUDSK STEENSEN, Liminal Lands 📍Exhibition Prelude - La Mécanique Générale, Fondation Luma, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia: LED screens, 5.1 sound, VR Jakob KUDSK STEENSEN, "Liminal Lands" Jakob Kudsk Steensen's Liminal Lands  immerses the viewer in the unique and fascinating landscape of the Camargue. Through this work, Steensen invites the audience to explore an environment where nature, technology, and imagination converge to create a unique multisensory experience. This project, designed using advanced digital tools, unveils the wild beauty and hidden mysteries of this territory, while evoking the subtle and often invisible processes that shape the natural world. The work takes the form of an immersive video installation utilizing LED screens, 5.1 surround sound, and virtual reality (VR) technologies to offer a total, enveloping experience. Steensen’s goal is to create a liminal space, a place between two worlds, where the boundaries between reality and imagination are blurred. The use of technology allows the viewer to move freely within this virtual universe, where nature merges with digital artifice, giving rise to landscapes that are both real and imagined. In Liminal Lands , Steensen questions the relationship between humans and nature, exploring the landscapes around us that we often tend to ignore or neglect. The work highlights how natural processes, often invisible to the naked eye, continue to shape and evolve independently of our presence. The Camargue, with its vast wetlands, ponds, and wild grasses, becomes a site for poetic and philosophical exploration, where natural elements interact with contemporary phenomena and ecological concerns. By presenting this work at the Fondation Luma, in the space of La Mécanique Générale, Jakob Kudsk Steensen invites us to a profound reflection on our relationship with the environment and the ongoing changes in the natural world. Liminal Lands  offers a vision of the future where humans and nature become one, where every element, every detail, and every sound echoes a larger, often invisible, reality. Learn more From June 26, 2021, to January 9, 2022@jakob_kudsk_steensen // @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @fohhn_audio_ag // @unilumingroup Jakob Kudsk Steensen’s work is an invitation to see, hear, and feel nature in a new way, through a technological and poetic lens where the beauty and complexity of the planet are revealed in unexpected ways.

Screening of interviews of Maja HOFFMAN and Frank GERHY 📍 Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : LED screen, sound 2.1 custom made LED screen installation at Luma Foundation As part of the exhibition at the Luma Foundation, iDzia had the privilege of creating an installation dedicated to the screening of interviews with Maja Hoffmann and Frank Gehry, two iconic figures in the fields of art and architecture. This installation was designed to offer an exceptional visual and auditory experience, allowing visitors to discover and interact with the ideas and reflections of these influential personalities through cutting-edge technology. The centerpiece of this installation is a high-quality LED screen. Chosen for its visual performance, the screen offers exceptional resolution and optimal brightness, ensuring sharp and clear projections even in an environment as varied and dynamic as the Luma Foundation. This type of screen is ideal for projections in spaces exposed to light, as is the case here, and allows for capturing the finest details of the image with remarkable precision. Its large size and advanced technology ensure an immersive visual experience, where every detail of the interviews is rendered with remarkable fidelity. The choice of an LED screen was also based on its numerous technical advantages. LED technology offers high energy efficiency, long screen lifespan, and low power consumption. These features make it a sustainable and eco-friendly solution, which is particularly relevant in the context of the Luma Foundation, known for its commitment to an environmentally responsible approach. To accompany the visuals, a custom 2.1 sound system was installed, delivering an equally refined auditory experience. This system combines two stereo speakers and a subwoofer, creating rich and immersive audio playback. The sound is perfectly suited to transmitting the voices of the speakers, with exceptional clarity and a deep, natural bass response. Every visitor can enjoy optimal sound quality, no matter their location in the exhibition space. The iDzia installation of the LED screen and the 2.1 sound system successfully enhanced the interviews of Maja Hoffmann and Frank Gehry, offering a harmonious interaction between image and sound. It illustrates the ability of modern technology to enrich the artistic experience, while enabling the public to engage with the profound reflections of both personalities in an immersive and captivating environment. #iDzia #LEDscreen #Sound2.1 #MajaHoffmann #FrankGehry #LumaFoundation #Exhibition #ArtandArchitecture #Innovation @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @samsungfrance // @fohhn_audio_ag

📍Salle des maquettes, Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : video projection Models Room, Luma Arles The Model Room at the Luma Foundation in Arles hosts a captivating installation created by iDzia, an artistic project that combines video projection technology with a deep reflection on space and perception. Using state-of-the-art equipment, the installation transforms this space into an immersive experience, where art and technology merge to offer the audience a unique visual journey. The models on display in the room, representing various architectural projects, are enhanced by video projections, creating a dynamic relationship between the fixed forms of the physical objects and the moving images. The projection doesn’t just decorate the models; it questions, transforms, and reinvents them, adding a new dimension to each structure. The audience is immersed in an environment where the models come to life, where light and shadow play with shapes to create new visual sensations. This installation goes beyond the simple representation of architecture. It offers a reflection on how art and technology can enrich our understanding of space, structure, and creativity. By superimposing video projections onto the models, iDzia creates an interaction between the tangible world and the virtual universe, offering the viewer a sensory experience that goes beyond the static contemplation of objects. The video projections highlight not only the details of the models but also the underlying concepts behind them. Each projected image becomes an extension of the original idea, allowing the audience to explore the projects in a different way, emphasizing certain aspects while suggesting new perspectives. This dialogue between architecture and visual art transforms each model into a living work, both concrete and abstract, frozen and in motion. The installation in the Model Room is a tribute to innovation, experimentation, and the intersection of architecture and contemporary art. It invites everyone to rethink the interaction between physical objects and digital images, provoking emotions and reflections on space and artistic creation. An unmissable moment for those wishing to explore art in a new form, enriched by technology. #iDzia #VideoProjection #ContemporaryArt #Architecture #LumaFoundation #Arles @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel

Anri SALA, If and Only If 📍The Tower, Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : video projection cinemascope, sound Anri SALA, "If and Only If" If and Only If  (2018) is an immersive work that invites the viewer into a poetic reflection on time, music, and nature, while offering a reinterpretation of an essential piece of classical repertoire. Inspired by Igor Stravinsky's Elegy for Solo Viola , the artist Anri Sala takes us on a singular journey, a visual and auditory metaphor of a subtle interaction between two seemingly opposing elements: the slow progress of a snail and the agility of the musician, embodied by the renowned violist Gérard Caussé. The cinemascope video projection transports us to a visual space where a snail, at an excruciatingly slow pace, crawls the entire length of the viola bow. This seemingly innocent movement gradually disrupts the delicate balance required by the musician’s performance. The sound, with its deep and emotional resonance, feeds off this improbable interaction between the animal and the instrument. The snail’s movement becomes a metaphor for the silent yet decisive influence that subtly disturbs the perfection needed in music, while also symbolizing slowness and patience in a world where such virtues are often overlooked. The piece takes the form of a monologue, yet the pursuit of a tactile interaction between the two distinct entities evokes a hidden dialogue, a fragile and intimate relationship between the elements. The fact that the snail’s movement interferes with the execution of Stravinsky's Elegy for Solo Viola  creates an interaction that is silent but incredibly present, almost imperceptible—a subtle conversation between the artist and nature. Through If and Only If , Anri Sala encourages us to reconsider music as a dialogue—not only between the musician and the instrument but also between the artist and the environment in which they exist. The film beautifully illustrates the essence of Stravinsky's composition, where every note resonates with the surrounding space, and every sound, no matter how insignificant, alters the balance of the whole. Displayed at La Tour of the Luma Foundation, this work is a tribute to the fragility of creative balance and an invitation to reflect on the role of detail in artistic creation. A sensory experience that challenges the viewer to consider the power of the artistic gesture, however subtle it may be. #AnriSala #IfAndOnlyIf #Stravinsky #ArtExhibition #LumaFoundation #SoundAndVision #ContemporaryArt #GérardCaussé Read more From June, 26, 2021 to May, 01st, 2022 @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @yamaha.audio // @epsonfrance // @meyersoundlabs

Derek JARMAN, Portrait dans le temps 📍Galerie des archives - The Tower, Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : the video-projection, the sound Derek JARMAN, "Portraits dans le temps" Derek Jarman, a polymath known for his work as a filmmaker, painter, writer, and gardener, first picked up a Super 8 camera in the early 1970s. Over the next seven years, he created a substantial body of work, filming and editing a series of films that would become iconic. His Super 8 work is divided into three distinct periods, each with its own unique approach and identity. The first period is closely linked to his paintings from that time, exploring the visual interplay between his static art and moving images. The second period takes on a more theatrical and experimental tone, using costumed figures and layered images, pushing the boundaries of traditional cinema and visual art. The third period, perhaps the most poignant and emotionally resonant, consists of a series of intimate portraits of friends and lovers, captured with his portable camera. These portraits convey the fleeting nature of human connection and Jarman’s ability to capture the emotional essence of a moment. He used a combination of a slow shutter speed, a slightly wide-angle lens, and minimal editing within the camera itself to create an atmosphere of fragility and ephemerality, allowing the viewer to feel as though they are part of the intimate, quiet moments he filmed. The exhibition Portrait in Time , hosted at the Archives Gallery - La Tour of the Luma Foundation in Arles, invites the public to explore the intimate and fascinating world of this extraordinary filmmaker. Through a series of video projections and sound installations, the exhibition offers a new perspective on Jarman’s work, where cinema, painting, and music intersect harmoniously. The exhibition, open from June 26, 2021, to May 1, 2022, is a tribute to Derek Jarman’s legacy and his significant impact on contemporary art. It highlights his creative audacity and his unique ability to capture time and emotions through the lens of the camera. #DerekJarman #PortraitInTime #iDzia #ArtExhibition #Super8 #ExperimentalCinema #LumaArles #YamahaAudio #Epson #ContemporaryArt Read more From June, 26, 2021 to May, 01st, 2022 @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @yamaha.audio // @epsonfrance

📍Alpillium, Saint Rémy de Provence iDzia had the pleasure of installing a new sound system at the Salle de l'Alpillium, an iconic venue in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence dedicated to culture and events. This project was carried out with passion and expertise, in collaboration with #dbaudiotechnik and #yamahaproaudio, to provide a high-quality sound experience for all upcoming cultural and artistic events. The Salle de l'Alpillium, known for its warm atmosphere and eclectic programming, hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year, ranging from concerts to conferences, as well as performances and screenings. As part of this project, iDzia implemented a state-of-the-art sound system designed to meet the specific requirements of this unique space. The choice of #dbaudiotechnik and #yamahaproaudio equipment is no coincidence. These brands are recognized for their excellence in sound systems, providing highly precise solutions suitable for any setup. Whether for live music performances, theatrical events, or conferences, the installed system ensures optimal sound clarity and uniform acoustic coverage throughout the venue, allowing every attendee to fully enjoy the sound experience. The system was carefully configured to respect the particular acoustics of the venue, taking into account its size and reverberation. Furthermore, the flexibility of the equipment allows sound adjustments based on the specific needs of each event, ensuring an exceptional sound experience, regardless of the nature of the performance or show. This installation is part of iDzia’s ongoing commitment to support cultural venues in their technological evolution, offering innovative and tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each space. We are proud to have contributed to the modernization of the Salle de l'Alpillium, a venue at the heart of the cultural life of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. We would like to sincerely thank the Alpillium cultural season team for their trust and collaboration. We look forward to seeing this sound system accompany many events to come, allowing all visitors to experience even more immersive and enjoyable moments. #Alpillium #SaintRemyDeProvence #iDzia #SoundSystem #Culture #DBAudiotechnik #YamahaProAudio #ConcertHall @alpilium_saisonculturelle

Views of La Face cachée de l’Archive , exhibition from archives of Parkett and Sigmar POLKE 📍The Tower, Galerie des archives , Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : screens and video-projection "La Face cachée de l’Archive", Luma Arles The exhibition The Hidden Side of the Archive  offers a fascinating dive into the history of Parkett , a contemporary art periodical published between 1984 and 2017 in Zurich and New York. For over three decades, Parkett  played a key role in the dissemination of contemporary art, establishing itself as a bilingual publication (German and English) that brought together and presented internationally renowned artists. With its 101 issues and 270 artistic collaborations, the magazine is a true witness to the evolution of the art world and an open window into creative dialogues between various practices, cultures, and ways of thinking. Beyond its editorial role, Parkett  is also a living manifesto of contemporary art, providing a platform for debates, experiments, and reflections surrounding artists and their works. Each issue became a conversation between the artists themselves and with the communities surrounding art through writings, interviews, and visual projects. Parkett  thus played a vital role in documenting and highlighting the transformations that shaped the art world over time. Sigmar Polke, an iconic artist of the 20th century and close friend of the magazine, was involved with Parkett  from the start. Present at the launch of the first issue, Polke took on the role of documentarian, capturing this pivotal event with his 16mm camera, preserving valuable visual traces of a key period in contemporary art. His involvement in the history of Parkett  is significant, not only as a collaborating artist but also as an engaged witness to this unique editorial journey. The exhibition thus reflects this close relationship between the artist and the periodical, through unpublished archives and rare pieces that reveal the behind-the-scenes of this foundational project. At the Luma Foundation, visitors can discover fascinating visual archives displayed through video projections and interactive screens. These installations highlight the artistic contributions of Polke and many of the artists who collaborated with Parkett , offering an immersive and enriching experience. The archives not only reveal the evolution of the publication but also the interactions between artists, ideas, and movements that shaped the contemporary art scene. Through this exhibition, The Hidden Side of the Archive  invites us to rediscover the history of a periodical that left its mark on its time and to dive into the intimacy of its archives, while highlighting Sigmar Polke's indelible impact on 20th-century art. #Parkett #SigmarPolke #ContemporaryArt #Exhibition #Archives #iDzia #VideoProjection #LumaFoundation Read more From June, 26, 2021 to May, 01st, 2022 @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @samsungfrance // @christiedigital

John AKOMFRAH, Four Noctures 📍The Tower, Luma Foundation, Arles ▪️ Installation iDzia : triptych video projection, 7.1 sound John AKOMFRAH, "Four Nocturnes" The three-screen video installation Four Nocturnes  by John Akomfrah is the third installment of a film trilogy, following Vertigo Sea  (2015) and Purple  (2017). These works explore the complex, intertwined relationship between the destruction of the natural world by humanity and our self-destruction. With Four Nocturnes , Akomfrah invites us into a poignant reflection on the human condition, examining how we interact with the natural world and the dramatic consequences of these interactions. The film centers around the tragic decline of African elephant populations, which serves as a powerful symbol of the fragility of the global ecosystem and African cultural heritage. This biological tragedy becomes a metaphor for our own destruction, the decline of our societies, and our fragmented identities. Through strong, poetic imagery, the artist invites viewers into an impressionistic meditation on mortality, loss, identity, mythology, and memory, navigating the landscape of African cultural heritage. The three-screen projection allows for multiple perspectives and creates an immersive experience for the viewer. Using a high-quality 7.1 audio system, the installation offers a complete sensory experience that envelops the audience. The sound, images, and colors combine to create a captivating visual and auditory journey, where each screen, shot, and movement adds emotional and intellectual depth that resonates long after the projection ends. The visuals of Four Nocturnes  stand out for their raw poetry, capturing the essence of the African landscape and its cultures while addressing the universal themes of collective memory and heritage. The images seem to tell timeless stories, while confronting us with our responsibility in the destruction of our planet and its inhabitants. Through this work, John Akomfrah succeeds in touching on a wide range of societal and environmental issues, evoking sincere and profound emotion from the viewer. Four Nocturnes  is an invitation to look within ourselves and become aware of our place in the world, both as individuals and as a collective. It is a work that questions our relationship with nature, memory, and loss, while confronting us with the urgency to preserve our environment and redefine our relationship with the planet. #JohnAkomfrah #FourNocturnes #ContemporaryArt #VideoArt #iDzia #Exhibition #LumaFoundation #Artivism #Nature Read more from June, 26, 2021 to May, 1st, 2022 @luma_arles // @idzia_audiovisuel // @fohhn_audio_ag // @epsonfrance

Vernissage of the exhibition Abd el-Kader 📍MuCEM, Marseille ▪️ Installation iDzia : the sound, the light, the stage Vernissage "Abd el-Kader", MuCEM The exhibition presented at MuCEM shines a light on the figure of Abd el-Kader, highlighting his historical and intellectual significance. Through the most recent research, new sources, and unpublished collections, it traces the chronological thread of his life and explores key aspects of his personality and actions. Beyond the praise and criticism he received, the ongoing fascination he inspires invites a deeper understanding of his human experience, which is rich in lessons for both present and future generations. Abd el-Kader, a 19th-century Algerian military and spiritual leader, represents a central figure in the history of resistance to colonization. His journey intertwines military, spiritual, and intellectual dimensions, marked by periods of glory and decline, and it has profoundly shaped the history of both Algeria and France. The goal of this exhibition is to restore a full understanding of this complex and often misunderstood figure by offering a more nuanced and human perspective on his life. The opening of the exhibition, attended by an engaged and passionate audience, was a significant event. The technical installations provided by iDzia played a crucial role in showcasing the exhibition. With state-of-the-art sound equipment, we created an immersive atmosphere that allowed visitors to fully immerse themselves in the story of Abd el-Kader. The lighting highlighted the objects, photographs, and historical documents on display, creating both dramatic and poetic atmospheres in perfect harmony with the exhibition’s theme. Video projections allowed spectators to delve into key moments of his life while offering enriching visual perspectives on his legacy. This work was carefully executed, considering both the exhibition's objectives and the sensory experience of the visitors. The exhibition is open from April 6 to August 22, 2022, and aims to be a place for reflection, memory, and cultural dialogue. It is an event not to be missed for those looking to discover or rediscover the life and work of Abd el-Kader through a modern and enriching approach. #dbaudiotechnik #yamahaproaudio #astera #cameo #robelighting #vernissage #opening