White Wanderer: A Climate Change Soundtrack

A project in Chicago, IL by Luftwerk & NRDC
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A monumental public art installation bringing the sights & sounds of Antarctica's Larsen C ice shelf to Chicago.
Backers: 240
Average Pledge Per Backer: $73

Funded: $17,599 of $17,000
Dates: Aug 2nd -> Sep 1st (30 days)
Project By: Luftwerk & NRDC
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Latest News

From rendering to reality, thanks to you!

August 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Can you hear us exhaling?! Thanks to your unwavering support, we met our goal for White Wanderer hours ahead of time!  This is a huge achievement and it means that NEXT WEEK we’ll be jumping into high gear to install the project at 2 N. Riverside... (Read More)

Would you increase your pledge?

August 29th - via: kickstarter.com
With only hours to go, we're writing to ask if you'd consider increasing your pledge to White Wanderer by $5. If all 200+ backers do so today, we will meet our goal ahead of time! As thanks for your increased support, we'll send you a signed project... (Read More)

Not Just White Noise

August 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We are so close to bringing this ambitious project to life! With just a few more pledges we'll be able to transform 2 N. Riverside Plaza into an Antarctic experience for thousands of Chicagoans and visitors. Share the teaser of the White Wanderer... (Read More)

Let the Countdown Begin!

August 28th - via: kickstarter.com
We have 3 days left and we're 87% of the way to our final goal!  We've been overwhelmed by the incredible support for White Wanderer so far. With 3 days to go, we could really use your help with a final push. Can you repost our campaign link... (Read More)

Experience White Wanderer at EXPO CHICAGO & Chicago Architecture Biennial

August 24th - via: kickstarter.com
We’re thrilled to have White Wanderer included as one of the special exhibitions at EXPO CHICAGO, the international exposition of contemporary and modern art. From Sept. 13 – Sept. 17th, we’ll be creating a sculptural version of White Wanderer... (Read More)

Luftwerk's White Album

August 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Sound installations are often fleeting experiences for viewers so we wanted to create a lasting soundtrack that could travel beyond the confines of White Wanderer’s physical space. Over the past few months, Sean and I have been fortunate to work... (Read More)

Our First Crack …

August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We spent the morning on the plaza at 2 N. Riverside experimenting with different materials to depict the Larsen C ice shelf crack. We thought we’d share a sneak peek of our favorite options to give you a sense of what White Wanderer will look like... (Read More)

New Screen Prints Added!

August 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We've had SO much interest in our project screen prints! So far, we've sold out of the $75-dollar and $250-dollar rewards. To help keep up with demand, we've added 15 additional screen prints. This is a fantastic opportunity to get an original... (Read More)

White Wanderer is Kickstarter's Project of the Day!

August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Today White Wanderer was chosen as the Kickstarter Project of the Day! To celebrate, we're releasing a first look at the limited edition Larsen C screen prints that could be yours as a thank you for backing our campaign.  Designed and printed by... (Read More)

First Listen: A Climate Change Soundtrack

August 9th - via: kickstarter.com
As part of the research process for White Wanderer, Petra and Sean have been listening to hours of audio recordings from Antarctica that capture the seismic sounds and frequencies of glaciers melting and moving. They've created a 'climate change... (Read More)

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