Light Artist Kari Kola to Debut Prelude, A Free Light Art Experience in Stamford, CT

STAMFORD, Conn. - Jan. 12, 2024 - PRLog -- Mill River Park will be illuminated with "Prelude", a stunning light art installation by world-renowned Finnish artist, Kari Kola, on January 25 to 28 from 5 - 9 PM. Presented by Community Curator, Fernando Luis Alvarez, in collaboration with Mill River Park Collaborative, the non-profit responsible for the Park's year-round programming, this free-to-the-public walk-through experience will mark Kola's debut in the United States.

Kari Kola is known for his captivating light installations that have been featured in major cities around the world, including Helsinki, London, and Tokyo. His work combines technology, nature, and human interaction to create immersive and thought-provoking experiences. This upcoming installation in Stamford is expected to be no different, promising to be a unique and unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Kola states, "As an artist marking my first venture in the U.S., I've selected 'Prelude' as my show's name to symbolize a fresh chapter in my artistic journey with Community Curator Fernando Luis Alvarez. This piece embodies the Mill River's bold foray into modern visual art. It also serves as a beacon, using light to connect communities—bringing together Stamford's West Side and the downtown area."

Arnold Karp, Board Chair of Mill River Park Collaborative, shares his excitement of connecting the communities. "This once-in-a-lifetime event helps realize a key aspect of the Collaborative's mission, which is to connect the Greater Stamford community and beyond with world-class, free-to-the-public programming in the Park."

The event will also feature popular food trucks, and the Park's Cohen Skating Center and Brownstein | Selkowitz Carousel Pavilion will be open to enhance the experience.

Don't miss this chance to witness the debut of Kari Kola's light art in the United States. Mark your calendars for January 25 to 28, 2024, and join us at Mill River Park in Stamford for a one-of-a-kind experience. For more information, visit https://www.millriverpark.org/prelude/ or follow Mill River Park and Fernando Luis Alvarez Gallery on social media for updates.

About Mill River Park Collaborative
Since its inception in 2003, the 501(c)3 nonprofit Mill River Park Collaborative has been dedicated to providing a vibrant greenspace that offers Downtown Stamford a place to both relax in nature and enjoy a host of stimulating free programming. To date, the Collaborative has welcomed over 100,000 people into the Park through their low or no-cost family programs and events. The recent opening of the Park's Greenway North Trail marks another long-awaited milestone in the Collaborative's vision for a world-class park in the heart of Stamford and sets the stage for the next 20 years of continuous improvement