The Hyde Park Barracks is a UNESCO World Heritage site that served as the administrative hub for Britain's transportation system and stood at the heart of a sprawling network of convict sites. Its role as an agent of colonial change and its impact on Aboriginal Australia are still felt today.
Sydney 1848 is an interactive panorama painting depicting the significant changes between 1838 and 1848 in Sydney. Visitors can trigger different parts of the artwork and unlock vibrant stories of each era.
Sydney 1848 is an interactive panorama painting depicting the significant changes between 1838 and 1848 in Sydney. Visitors can trigger different parts of the artwork and unlock vibrant stories of each era.
Research & Development
The team of developers and motion designers implimented line tracking algorythm and multi-channel ink reveal methods to transform the original artworks between two time periods. As the result, we were able to replicate water-coloring techinique to transform the original artworks between two time periods, while maintaining the chronological accuracy of the stories that were being told over the headset.A custom made software was built to generate the line drawing effect, and those seqences were composited with over 500 masks to create the final look. Each zones were carefully curated to match the pacing of the narration, and additional hot spots were designed to initiate visitors’ engagement.
Line Tracking Algorythm
Water Color Reaveal Studies
Press & Awards
“Hyde Park Barracks Museum wins Australia’s Best Permanent Gallery”
Australian Museums and Galleries National Awards
“Hyde Park Barracks closes for transformation”
The Sydney Morning Herald