A 17th century map of Amsterdam is thinly sprayed on the ground with sand. The water canals are spared out and form a line drawing.

The video projection addresses my perceptions when exploring the city on foot. It focuses on light and reflections in a city dominated by water. The text combines my experiences as a stranger, impressions local people contributed and unique events in Amsterdam’s history.

A soft sound collage of modern city life and a medieval music rehearsal in the city's oldest church emphasize the long history. My footsteps can be heard as I map the city by walking.

A different version of this piece was shown at Inkijk Gallery for Amsterdam’s Roode Loper Festival in September 2005. The map was sprayed on the gallery window, which is located in a subway station.

View video (5 min QT video, 8.6 MB)

 

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