Message from the Skies: Kapka Kassbova's Love Letters to Europe

In 2019, Message from the Skies projected Letters of Love to Europe, celebrating Scotland's deep connection with the continent. This collaborative effort fused the words of six esteemed writers with the creative prowess of Scotland's top designers and musicians, all brought to life through innovative projection mapping techniques across Edinburgh's landmarks.

We collaborated with award-winning composer Pippa Murphy to create a visually and audibly impactful experience inspired by Kapka Kassabova's emotive love letter. Our piece was projection-mapped onto the National Monument of Scotland on Calton Hill in Edinburgh.

Crafting abstract landscapes reflective of Kassabova's words, we aimed to capture the mythical essence and intriguing dualities of Europe. Our visuals complemented Murphy’s remarkable score, enhancing the emotional resonance of the experience.

Message from the Skies, a production of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay in collaboration with the Edinburgh International Book Festival and Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature, epitomised the harmonious blend of art, culture and innovation.

Fostering deep reflection

Additionally, we provided a secondary projection on the monument's side, enabling the audience to fully immerse themselves in Kassabova’s love letter, fostering deep reflection on her poignant words.

Credits

Client
Underbelly
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay

Writer
Kapka Kassabova

Composer
Pippa Murphy

Design
Bright Side Studios

Video Artists
Bright Side Studios