Launch Event: Using an Art Installation to Launch a new Sony OLED TV

NEW YORK, May 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Installation by KAZ Shirane, powered by BRAVIA OLED. World renowned artist KAZ Shirane joins Sony Electronics for an immersive audio-visual art collaboration powered by the A1E BRAVIA OLED TV. The site-specific installation, EVOLVE, will be on display at WESTWOOD GALLERY NYC on 262 Bowery, in the heart of the Bowery Arts District.

The interactive art installation is designed by Tokyo-based KAZ Shirane. The artwork, brought to life by the A1E BRAVIA OLED Series TVs, will incorporate various uses of sound and visual effects that engage the mind and work together towards a synergy of technology and art.

KAZ Shirane (Masakazu Shirane) based in TOKYO, is internationally recognized for his work in spatial art, architecture and interior design. KAZ graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts and Universidad Europea de Madrid where he majored in architecture. KAZ also built the concept of an interactive space design method where “the designer of this space is you,” as well as a series of art installations, titled “WINK Space” and “Light Origami.”

“KAZ Shirane’s work in architecture, interior design, and spatial art is a natural complement to the Sony BRAVIA OLED’s innovative collaboration of technology and design. We are thrilled to enable this opportunity for guests to experience both KAZ’s art and the technology of BRAVIA OLED in person,” said Deputy President of Sony Electronics, Toshi Okuda. “Sony Electronics is at the forefront of changing the way television is experienced.”

Link to the full press release: https://www.sony.com/en_us/SCA/company-news/press-releases/sony-electronics/2017/sony-electronics-presents-evolve-installation-by-kaz-shirane-powered-by-bravia-oled-may-57-at-westwood-gallery-nyc.html