Ahead of rail strikes for the rest of the week I took the opportunity to go to London yesterday #illuminatedriver
On my way home after a wonderful #illuminatedriver walk with walking class hero 💙
Throughly enjoyable and informative!
To paraphrase... it's the outside that counts!
#westminsterbride #bigben #illuminatedriver #London
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'A blade of #light ' Even when closed – as above, so below.
The #ThamesPath and #IlluminatedRiver are always worth a #walktober wander 💖
A host of spectacularly lit bridges as Illuminated River celebrates 2 years since the completion of #illuminatedriver - bringing a colourful glow to the Thames’ bridges #London #happyanniversaryilluminatedriver
We have a wonderful night on the Thames coming up - message today to reserve your space #illuminatedriver
These before and after photos reveal #IlluminatedRiver ’s transformative effect on night views of Westminster Bridge.
The artwork by Leo Villareal Studio with LDS Architects washes the undersides of the historic latticework arches with soft green tones.
📸 © James Newton
Daily Picture Theme Today’s Daily Picture Theme is ‘Lights'
Southwark Bridge lit up at night #IlluminatedRiver
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Did you know that at 370m Waterloo Bridge is the longest bridge in London?
The #IlluminatedRiver artwork adds a 379-metre stretch of light across both faces of the bridge and washes its underside with light.
Leo Villareal Studio
📸 © James Newton
Embark on a Uber Boat by Thames Clippers #IlluminatedRiver boat tour and let the City of London and Westminster Guides take you on a journey through history under the rivets of all nine bridges.
Every Saturday at 21:30 from Tower Pier. Book here >
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Southwark bridge, opened #OnThisDay 1921, engineer Sir Basil Mott. The bridge replaced the earlier bridge by John Rennie. The Grade II listed bridge is one of those lit by the @IlluminatedRiver project, see tinyurl.com/9d2pzcyd
For #WorldArtDay , we look at what inspired #IlluminatedRiver .
Art begets art, and artist Leo Villareal was fascinated by the way the Thames has historically inspired creativity from Handel’s music to Monet’s paintings.
Leo Villareal Studio
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👀 Did you know the bridges are lit up at night? #IlluminatedRiver
🌟 Guided walking tours with expert CoL Guides 🇺🇦 are the perfect way to hear about their history, design & stories - and experience the magical light.
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Illuminated River 📷 James Newton
✨Last chance to see the River Thames come alive with colour on Illuminated River guided walks with CoL Guides 🇺🇦
🎨Discover the first four bridges of the #illuminatedriver - the longest public art commission in the world.
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✨Watch the River Thames come alive with colour on an evening riverside walk with CoL Guides 🇺🇦
🎨Discover the first four bridges of the Illuminated River - the longest public art commission in the world.
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#illuminatedriver #LetsDoLondon Illuminated River
This Valentine's Day enjoy an evening river cruise as you pass under the #IlluminatedRiver bridges with live entertainment, champagne, canapés, and views of the city’s historic landmarks ✨🥂 🍾💖📸 cityexperiences.com/london/city-cr… City Experiences Illuminated River #valentinesday
Illuminated River tours are back with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Running every Sat until the 30 Dec. The tour covers all nine bridges which form the world's longest piece of public art. Enjoy the spectacle from the river. #thisislondon #riverthames #illuminatedbridges #illuminatedriver
