Open Call 2026
We have an open call for expression of interest for digital animators to join the digital creatives at Blackpool Illuminations to create a fun, family friendly projection for Lightpool 2026.
The content might include graphic animations, video footage or a combination of the two – but must utilise the building to create an immersive experiences to bring the building to life.
We have an open call for expression of interest for digital animators to join the digital creatives at Blackpool Illuminations to create a fun, family friendly projection for Lightpool 2026.
The content might include graphic animations, video footage or a combination of the two – but must utilise the building to create an immersive experiences to bring the building to life.
The work will showcase at the Lightpool 2026.
We are looking for a digital animator to create a 3 to 4 minute chapter that shows off the best of 3D animation. Under the steer of the Lightpool Artistic Director, you will bring the Wedding Chapel to life with content of your choosing to showcase a family friendly projection that is accessible to all communities.
The content might include graphic animations, video footage or a combination of the two – but must utilise the building to create an immersive experience to bring the building to life.
We are specifically looking for artists with bold, fresh ideas to work with the Lightworks and Lightpool production and development team, to create a piece of work that utilises your digital expertise and is accessible to families.
The digital creatives from Lightworks, the home of Blackpool Illuminations will be providing production and technical support to ensure you can make the most of this opportunity.
The expressions of interest will be reviewed by the Lightpool Programming Group and one of our partners from Light Up The North.
Who can apply:
We aim to ensure the selected commission(s) will be high-quality work and afford the best experience for artists, audience members and location. We will assess the applications based on 4 areas:
Budget
How to apply
Complete the application form below
| Description | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Closing date for applications | 5pm 15 May 2026 |
| Interviews | w/c 25 May 2026 |
| Notify successful applicant | 5 June 2026 |
| Update meeting 1 | July 2026 |
| Update meeting 2 | August 2026 |
| Update meeting 3 | September 2026 |
| Installation | 19 October 2026 |
| Lightpool Festival | 21-31 October 2026 |
| Evaluation | November 2026 |
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please email Phil Holmes – Artistic Director Lightpool phil@lightpool.org.uk
We would be grateful if you would also complete our Equality & Diversity Monitoring form HERE but this is not mandatory for your application.
Sun Glitter is a mesmeric projection-based artwork that draws inspiration from the optical phenomenon where sunlight dances across the ocean’s surface, creating shimmering trails of light known as “sun glitter.” This fleeting, natural spectacle is reimagined onto the angular, tessellated façade of Blackpool’s iconic Wedding Chapel.
“Pulse” aims to leverage the historical and architectural significance of the Chapel to create an immersive, multi-sensory experience through the use of light, sound, lasers, and projections. The installation will explore the interplay between physical space and the ethereal impact of light and sound, weaving together themes of echoes, sacred geometry, and rhythmic pulsing to create a multidimensional experience.
