Edinburgh Castle, Castle of Light

In the heart of Scotland’s vibrant capital, the historic walls of Edinburgh Castle came alive with a playful reimagining of the city’s famous skating minister, inspired by the iconic painting for this year’s Castle of Light. In a whimsical twist, the reverend’s head dramatically opened to reveal an ice dancer, who glided into a mesmerising ice-dancing sequence. This moment of fun and imagination captured the family-friendly spirit of the event.

Enhancing the experience further, we produced an interactive installation titled WHO ARE YOU, created in collaboration with Warpro Productions. Inviting visitors to discover which Scottish hero, whether from history, contemporary life, fiction, or legend, they embodied.

Our Role
Building Projection
Interactive Installation
Animation and Motion Graphics

Projected art reimagining the famous Skating Minister

This year’s theme was a nod to the Edinburgh 900th year celebrations, which marked the capital’s time as a city, and its long & fascinating past.

Audience watching a projection mapping show at Edinburgh Castle featuring the iconic Skating Minister.
A boy engages with an interactive installation at Edinburgh Castle's immersive light show, created by Bright Side Studios.
A boy engages with an interactive installation at Edinburgh Castle's immersive light trail, designed by Bright Side Studios.
A stunning projection mapping light show at Edinburgh Castle brings to life beautiful animated ice dancers in a mesmerising visual spectacle.

Credits

Client
Edinburgh Castle
Historic Scotland

AV Specialists
Warpro Productions

Video Artists
Bright Side Studios

Interactive Design
Bright Side Studios

Photograph - Toad of Toad Hall
With thanks to Monkey and Mouse