Newark, NJ | September 19, 2024 – Panasonic Connect North America today announced a collaboration with BLINK, the Cincinnati public art spectacle taking place from October 17–20, 2024 across Cincinnati and into Northern Kentucky. As the exhibition’s leading projector partner, Panasonic projectors will power the projection mapping portion of the art experience.
Returning for its fourth exhibition, BLINK, illuminated by ArtsWave, will transform the streets of Cincinnati into a dynamic public art display. Panasonic’s PT-RQ35KU 30,000lm 4K 3-Chip DLP™ Projector and PT-RQ25KU 20,000lm 4K 3-Chip DLP™ Projector will convert iconic buildings, such as the historic Cincinnati Music Hall, into canvases for engaging art. A free event, the festival gives attendees the opportunity to explore some of the world’s most cutting-edge art.
BLINK not only offers a visual spectacle but also serves as a strong economic driver for the region. The 2022 event attracted 2.1 million attendees from 29 different states, contributing $126 million in direct economic impact for the Cincinnati region.
“We’re proud to partner with such a unique art experience that attracts visitors and artists from around the world to celebrate the combined power of art and technology,” said Brian Duffy, Strategic Account Manager of Live Entertainment at Panasonic Connect. “The future of entertainment experiences will be increasingly immersive and transformative. For a moment, the city itself can turn into a canvas for digital artists to display their work and share their vision with the world. What better way to experience art than by watching it come to life on a historic building?”
This collaboration underscores Panasonic Connect’s dedication to artistic endeavors that push the boundaries of traditional art forms. By integrating advanced projection technology, the company is helping to elevate the way audiences interact with and experience art on a grand scale.
“BLINK is excited to once again return the nation’s largest public art event to the streets of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky this October 17-20,” said Justin Brookhart of BLINK. “Powering a truly immersive experience like this one requires the highest quality visual technology. We’re happy to partner with Panasonic Connect to help bring our vision to life.”
About Panasonic Connect North America
Established on April 1, 2022 as part of the Panasonic Group’s switch to an operating company system, Panasonic Connect North America is a B2B company offering device hardware, software and professional services to provide value to customers across the public sector, federal government, education, immersive entertainment, food services and manufacturing industries. With the mission to “Change Work, Advance Society, Connect to Tomorrow,” Panasonic Connect North America works closely with its community of partners, innovators and integrators to provide the right technologies to address customers’ ever-evolving needs in today’s connected enterprise.
About BLINK
BLINK, Illuminated by ArtsWave, is an unforgettable four-day, 30-city block, outdoor art experience that unites street art, projection mapping, light-based installations, and music.
Not only does the event speak to the dynamic evolution of the Cincinnati art community, it calls upon the city’s deep roots in supporting the arts. BLINK is illuminated by ArtsWave, the first and largest community campaign in the nation and the primary way that Cincinnati funds its arts. When tens of thousands of people and hundreds of companies give to ArtsWave, they support 150 cultural organizations and projects each year like BLINK that make our region vibrant. Donations to BLINK and other arts projects and organizations can be made at artswave.org/give.
BLINK is produced and curated by its Executive Partners – the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, AGAR, and the Haile Foundation, and produced in conjunction with its Partners ArtWorks, Cincy Nice, and ish – to provide opportunities for regional artists and bring in global creators all in the pursuit of a stronger community.
