Blending cultural masterpieces with modern day technology, Infinity des Lumieres brings to life the wonders of art, the cosmos, and global cultures. The venue features immersive digital experiences where paintings, holograms, visual displays and music takes one on an experiential tour across the art of Van Gogh, through space, and through the dream-like space of 19th century Japan.
One of the largest digital spaces in the world, Infinity des Lumieres takes one on a journey across time and space. It is, at the same time, a celebration of modernity and cultural values, using high-end technology to give birth to immersive gallery-viewing experiences. The venue, which spans 2,700 square meters in The Dubai Mall, uses 130 projectors, 58 speakers, and 3,000 HD digital moving pictures to bring iconic and modern art to life.
Visitors will be transported into a realm where they will be able to admire live, dynamic art Exhibitions dedicated to Van Gogh, Japanese painters such as Hokusai, and a portal into the universe with Thomas Vanz all run concurrently in the digital art gallery, promising to enthrall our senses. The exhibits are designed carefully, using a combination of light, sound and music that seeks to create an extraordinary viewing experience.
While a must-visit for the visual aesthete, the Infinity des Lumieres is a top favorite among photographers as well. To tie the visit up with a perfect closure, the gallery also features a Boutique selling art and craft items curated from around the world.
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• Admire the explosive combination of technology and culture that resonates through the Infinity des Lumieres
• Take a walk through space as you tour the Verse exhibit, marveling at lifelike holographs of nebulae and galaxies
• Watch artwork of French art master Van Gogh come to life, shifting on the life sized screen to offer new perspectives
• Experience the culture of 19th century Japan, admiring the time-defying art of Hokusai
• Sift through and choose a memento to take home from the Infinity des Lumieres Boutique
By Metro: Take the red line and alight at the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall Station. The Dubai Mall, where the Gallery is located, is just a few minutes' walk away from here.
By Bus: The Dubai Mall is well connected to the rest of the city by bus routes. Some of the buses that travel to the stop include 27, 29, 81, or F13.
By Road: Taxis and cabs, which can be easily availed at any point across the city, can be the most hassle-free way of reaching the Dubai Mall.
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In terms of season, Infinity des Lumieres can be visited any time throughout the year. However, being an indoor attraction, the gallery remains relatively more crowded in summers than in winters, so the months of November to March might be a good time to avoid big crowds. Visiting the gallery on a weekday morning might be a great way to avoid crowds as well.
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The wonders of oil painting come alive at the Van Gogh exhibit. Using an impressive combination of light, sound and movement, the exhibits animate some of the French master’s most famous artworks, creating a near-immersive viewing experience. It traces the evolution of Van Gogh’s art through masterpieces such as the Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, Bedroom at Arles and, most importantly, the celebrated Starry Night. The projection is accompanied by a theme music inspired by Van Gogh’s work that adds to the charm of the experience.
Dreamed Japan, quite literally, transports one into a dreamlike virtual space that reimagines the world of 19th century Japan. The show clearly expresses the spirit of ukiyo-e art, as "floating world images," by employing cutting-edge digital techniques to develop a magnificent interaction of light, color, music, and rhythm. Captivating graphics of geishas and medieval warriors bring history to life in the twenty-first century, while Hokusai's distinctive waves, marine monsters, and soaring lanterns transport you on an enigmatic journey.
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Verse is a mesmerizing, philosophical voyage by Thomas Vanz that serves a spectacular and sensual treat. With graphic simulations and holographic images of the space, Verse captures the essence of the Universe within a single room. The harmony of an orchestral piece produced by Jonathan Fitas adds to a spinning fiesta of pictures displaying the amazing beauty and harmonic movement of the cosmos.
Apart from its digital art spaces, Infinity des Lumieres features its personal boutique as well. Curated tastefully, the shelves here are packed with art items from around the world, featuring cultural brands that are unique, innovative, and blend effortlessly with the whole vibe of the exhibitions. Popular items at the Boutique include delicate jewelry, ceramic show items, porcelain and tribal masks.
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