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Skyspace, Wakefield

A disused 18thC deer shelter was transformed into a space designed for contemplation and revelation. Using  specialist coatings and techniques, the artists vision of a light and airy space for contemplation was realized.

Project Summary

James Turrell, the American artist famous for his work in bringing light from the sky close enough for the viewer to touch.

His work on the Roden crater in Arizona attempt to give the visitor the feeling of going up through the earth to actually touch the sky.

The Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the artist worked together with the Art Fund for 13 years before finally realizing their dream of bringing a skyspace to England.

Structural Concrete solutions helped ensure that the artists vision was created and the area is one of the main attractions in 500 acres of parkland.

> Anti Carbonation Paints. This ensured longevity of the brightness of the colours whilst protecting the original brickwork & plaster.

> Fairing coats to smooth out rough areas and ensure a good surface prior to the application of the paint.

> Surface preparation using grit blasting, power washing and scabbling to remove old limewash and ensure a good key for the later application of paint etc.

Techniques Used:

The Outside of the Deer Shelter

The inside of the Skyspace