After a nearly five-year hiatus, the Light and Motion Putrajaya Festival (Lampu) made its much-anticipated return this year, lighting up the night skies of Putrajaya since last Friday. The (ticketed) festival culminates tonight at Dataran Putrajaya, Presint 3, with a dazzling year-end celebration from 7pm to midnight.
With its futuristic concept, Lampu 2024 brought in renowned Italian new media artists and designers Michele Pusceddu and Antaless Visual Design to captivate visitors with their artistry. These stunning displays have also been supported by a local technical team.
"Light mapping is a race against time, where every detail must seamlessly align with the theme," Hairul Effendi Asaha, the creative and technical director of Lampu 2024, told Bernama in a recent interview.
With 15 years of experience in the field, Hairul Effendi, who has been involved with Lampu since 2013, emphasised the importance of choosing the right colours and music to tell a story without dialogue – relying solely on the atmosphere and emotions crafted through lighting.
While acknowledging the wealth of local digital talent, Hairul Effendi stressed the value of involving foreign designers to elevate Lampu's performances. Their contributions not only enhance the festival but also inspire local artists to push creative boundaries.
"I hope Lampu can reach the level of international light festivals like Vivid Sydney, St Petersburg, Prague, or Lyon," he said, expressing confidence that the festival could gain global recognition within three years.
He also hopes Lampu will inspire the younger generation, especially students, to explore opportunities in this projection mapping field.
Themed "Illuminating The Future," Lampu 2024, organised by Putrajaya Corporation, began on Dec 27 and concludes tonight (Dec 31), at the Palace of Justice, where the building serves as the main canvas for a spectacular light mapping display.
The outdoor event unfolds in five distinct segments, each lasting 30 minutes, weaving a rich tapestry of light and dazzle effects that gradually transforms the cityscape.
As the evening progresses, the experience deepens, drawing viewers into an ever-evolving narrative that blends artistry with technology.
Tickets for Lampu 2024 are priced at RM5 for adults and RM2 for children (between seven and 12).
