Using painstaking stop-motion animation, local Canberra artists Eleanor and Giovanni have created the National Library’s stunning illuminations for the Enlighten Festival.

Taking inspiration from the Library’s vast collection, The Page Turner has been created using a combination of stop motion puppet animation, pop-up and tunnel books, all hand made using paper to give the viewer the experience of being inside a book. The work contains clever references to the Library and some of its special collection items – asking the viewer to keep their eyes peeled for glimpses of Captain Moonlite’s lantern, or beautiful wings inspired by the Library’s Leonard French windows.

Join Eleanor and Giovanni in conversation with Enlighten Creative Director Adam Deuisen as they discuss their artistic practice and inspirations. This event will provide insights into the technical process of stop-motion animation, featuring time-lapse footage, models, and other behind-the-scenes material resulting in the creation of The Page Turner.

Why not attend this talk from 6:30pm and then take a stroll in the Parliamentary Triangle, enjoying the Enlighten Festival’s illuminations which begin at 8:00pm.