DRoP

WSA Rotunda, Friday 13 March 2025

DRoP launched on 13 March 2025 at the WSA Rotunda as an evening of experimental A/V installation and sound art interwoven with a soundtrack of downtempo electronica, trip-hop, dub-disco, Balearic beats and much more.

Sponsored by The Winchester Gallery the event drew on collaborations between animation, motion graphics, projections, design and print from Holly Leppard, Christopher O’Connor, Jess Curtis, Andy Reaney and printing by Nathan Benham.

Music and production by Dave Gibbons.

Photography by Sia Roshanda.

  • A translucent fabric or screen hangs in front of a spiral staircase, illuminated by green and blue projected shapes and lines. The layered projection creates a blurred, abstract view of the architectural structure behind it.
  • Abstract digital projections in green and white form fragmented shapes across dark surfaces, resembling distorted architectural patterns. The scene appears immersive, with overlapping layers of light and shadow.
  • A spiral staircase is lit with vivid green light, with curved railings and steps forming a circular pattern. Thin white projected lines run along the structure while a person walks down the stairs.
  • Abstract blue line projections form angular, fragmented shapes across a dark surface. The surrounding space is largely black, with the luminous lines creating a geometric pattern.
  • A dark scene features a bright white circular ring of light on the floor, with two small points of light hovering above it in the background. Most of the space is unlit, emphasising the glowing ring against the black surroundings.
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  • A glowing white ring composed of layered, wavy lines is projected onto a dark surface, creating a halo‑like shape. The surrounding space is almost entirely black, emphasising the luminous contours.
  • A group of people stand in a dimly lit room near large windows, with purple and blue lighting casting strong silhouettes. Some people hold drinks while others face each other in conversation.
  • Soft green light patterns form abstract, overlapping circular shapes across a textured surface, creating a diffused and organic visual effect. The image appears blurred, with subtle tonal variations suggesting projected light.

    Photo by Sia Roshanda

  • A spiral staircase is partially obscured by streaks of neon green, blue and white light projected across glass surfaces. The curved railings and steps are visible through reflections and layered visual effects.
  • A spiral staircase is illuminated by bright green light, with curved railings and vertical bars forming a circular pattern. Reflections and shadows create layered shapes across the surfaces, and an exit sign is visible on the wall.
  • A building window is illuminated with green and yellow light, with reflections of projected lines visible on the glass. Faint text reading “RELAX AT ROTUNDA” appears across the surface.
  • In a darkened space, faint white light traces form a circular ring on the floor while a dim rectangular glow appears in the background. The surrounding environment is mostly in shadow, with minimal visible detail.
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  • Hands hold and open bottles of wine over a table filled with glasses, a bucket of drinks and assorted bottles. Warm lighting highlights the glassware and reflective surfaces in a social setting.
  • Hands open a bottle over a metal bucket filled with ice and assorted drinks on a wooden table. Warm lighting highlights glassware and bottles arranged closely together.
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  • Silhouetted figures stand in a dark room illuminated by vivid purple and green projected lights, with one person reaching toward a colorful abstract display on the wall. The scene has a moody, immersive atmosphere with blurred glowing patterns and neon tones.
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Photographs credits: Dave Gibbons and Xinyue Li. Email us for specific credits and captions for external use.