The Seoul Light DDP 2023 was a prominent light show event held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, featuring large-scale digital media art installations that explored the theme of "Digital Nature." The event took place in two main sessions during 2023: an autumn edition from August 31 to September 10, and a winter edition from December 21, 2023, to January 1, 2024
. Autumn 2023 Seoul Light DDP:
- The autumn show focused on artistic approaches to nature through digital technology, with works by renowned digital artists like Miguel Chevalier and environmental artist Dan Acher.
- It featured a 222-meter mega media facade displaying nature-inspired visuals such as auroras, forests, and seasonal changes, creating an immersive experience of coexistence between real and technological nature.
- The event was free and open from 8 PM to 10 PM, held on the west exterior facade of DDP
Winter 2023 Seoul Light DDP:
- The winter edition continued the theme of "Digital Nature," showcasing grand depictions of sea, forest, and sky using digital technology.
- It included a special New Year's Eve countdown event on December 31, 2023, with a spectacular fireworks display and a media facade performance called "Big March" by Kim Jam, accompanied by 5,000 fireworks.
- Other featured works included "Digital Atlantis" and "Letter from Homeworld" by Giantstep, with interactive sound media performances.
- The event attracted over 1.16 million visitors in 2023, marking a 32% increase from previous years and solidifying its status as a global landmark light festival.
- The winter show was open from 6 PM to 10 PM, extended to 1:30 AM on New Year's Eve, and admission was free
Overall, Seoul Light DDP 2023 combined cutting-edge digital art with themes of nature and coexistence, providing a unique cultural and artistic experience for visitors in Seoul throughout the year.
