Dark Mofo 2019: Spectra is back and it’s here to stay

Japanese artist Ryoji Ikeda is bringing his light installation spectra to Hobart for another winter solstice, which will project 15km into the sky from evening until Sunday.

IF you’ve been wondering where the iconic beam of Dark Mofo has been hiding, never fear — the installation will be projecting 15km into the night sky as of tomorrow evening.

Ryoji Ikeda’s ever-popular light installation spectra will, from June 20 to 23, be illuminated from sunset to sunrise in its new permanent location at Mona.

Test lighting of Spectra at Mona last year. Picture: SAM ROSEWARNE.

Co-director of exhibitions and collections and senior curator Nicole Durling said Mona was thrilled to welcome spectra once again.

“In the depths of winter, this pillar of pure white light brings something hopeful and inspiring to our longest nights,” she said.

“We are honoured that of all locations in the world, the artist selected Mona as the permanent home for spectra here in Hobart, and is testament to the very special character of our city.”

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While spectra is running Mona will operate a frequent ferry service into the evening.

On site will be food vans to warm tummies with treats such as Berriedale fried chicken, spiced wine, cider and hot chocolates.

spectra runs from Thursday 20 — Sunday 23 June; the museum will be open until 6pm and ferries will be running every half-hour until 8:30pm nightly.