Island of Foam artwork to take over Liverpool

Later this month, a mountain of rainbow-coloured foam will take over a part of Liverpool City Centre!

An ambitious, temporary shape-shifting artwork, Island of Foam, will take over Liverpool ONE’s Sugar House Steps (near John Lewis) on the afternoon of Saturday 31 August. Culture Liverpool, in partnership with Global Streets, has commissioned it.

The brainchild of German artist Stephanie Lüning, the brightly coloured foam will slowly take over an area of the steps starting at 2pm, growing and constantly taking shape, ultimately making the steps disappear. 

Artist, Stephanie Lüning, said:

“In Liverpool you can see the ephemeral character in its architectural contrasts. You have very traditional buildings next to contemporary architecture and lots of construction sites all over town. 

“I love to interweave the local architecture and its stories to present my vanishing art action in these ever changing public space. But what I love most is, to surprise people- to draw the audience out of their daily routines and comfort zones for a brief moment. Liverpool seems to be the perfect place to implement a colourful and playful pile of magic.”

When it’s complete, it’s time to get messy, as onlookers are invited to explore the artwork and create their very own foam party on the ground level. 

And as the installation is entirely biodegradable, it will disappear without a trace within hours. 

To find out more, head to the Culture Liverpool website, where there will be more information about the artwork, as well as advice for those planning on getting foamy.

The unique exhibit forms part of ‘The Last Day of Summer’ festival which offers a whole host of free, family fun including water sport sessions, street performances, crafting, music, silent adventure tours and even access to swan pedalos. 

To find out more and to book on to some of the sessions, head to the official event website.  

The festival has been organised by Liverpool BID Company, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Peel Waters and Culture Liverpool.

Image Credit: ©Robert Vanis

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