Immersive show brings Kyffin Williams’ rugged Welsh landscapes to life
Summary
The National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth has opened a free, bilingual immersive experience based on the paintings of Welsh artist Sir Kyffin Williams, who died in 2006. The three-room show uses animated images, music and an interactive self-portrait to introduce his landscapes and painting style to visitors.Key Facts
- The National Library of Wales holds the world’s largest collection of Williams’ work.
- Williams left his estate to the library, including 200 oil paintings, 300 original prints and more than 1,000 works on paper.
- The library bought an oil painting of Cadair Idris from Williams in 1950 for £15.
- The experience is staged in three rooms near a main entrance at the library in Aberystwyth.
- Animated landscapes appear across the walls, floor and ceiling, accompanied by music from a Welsh chamber-folk string trio.
- Visitors can touch an electronic version of a Williams self-portrait to feel a simulation of the paint’s thickness.
- The experience admits up to 10 people at a time and is free to visit.
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