THE ORIGIN OF LIGHT

In 2007 several Yakima arts advocates recognized a shared desire to expand visual art in Yakima's Downtown area.

Since that time, the group has grown into a consortium of art professionals, patrons, and enthusiasts.

As more people become involved, the vision grew.

Today this group is unified under the theme of LIGHT

—Yakima's most prominent and recognized natural feature

IMAGINE

a city with public art based on innovative uses of light—reflection and shadow

natural light altered by lens and prisms, solar-powered sculpture triggered by

sound and motion, whimsical creations alive with movement, sculpture that glows

from within, new and old works in neon, artwork that is transformed by

the movement ofthe sun and the changing seasons.

IMAGINE

downtown businesses with unique advertising signs

light-based art, or illuminated façades

shining out to the street

IMAGINE

a central monument as the focus of LIGHT

An unforgettable symbol of our community

IMAGINE

A gathering place with historic neon, an art gallery

and flexible spaces for music and art education.

There will be places to sit and relax, eat and drink

and engage with local art, cultural sites, and events

at an interactive hub. Filled with light, color, and

energy, the space will be a dynamic marriage of

exhibits and entertainment.

IMAGINE

YAKIMA as the premier destination to experience

the wonders of LIGHT.

LIGHT WILL FOCUS ON

* Encouraging the use of light in downtown,

such as dramatic lighting of buildings.

* Working with business owners and the City of

Yakima to plan the use of light in signage and

building development.

LIGHT WILL FOCUS ON

* Supporting the installation of public art using light.

LIGHT WILL FOCUS ON

* Pooling Yakima’s talent, expertise, resources

and energy to support the city’s downtown

development.

* Providing an opportunity for the community to

participate in, and benefit from, the renaissance

of downtown Yakima.

LIGHT WILL FOCUS ON

* Celebrating light with events and festivals.

* Making Yakima a premier tourist destination,

known for its light.

LIGHT OF DAY

Refraction

LIGHT OF DAY

Translucence

LIGHT OF DAY

Shadow

LIGHT OF DAY

Reflection

LIGHT OF NIGHT

Dramatic architectural lighting

LIGHT OF NIGHT

Public Art

LIGHT OF NIGHT

Color

LIGHT OF NIGHT

Neon

LIGHT:

* Revitalizes the local economy

* Improves the quality of life for all citizens

* Encourages creative thinking

* Expands people’s awareness of the world around them

* Helps to create community identity and provide a sense of place

LIGHT:

* Animates public spaces

* Rejuvenates streetscapes

* Provides a visual platform for social and visual engagement

* Tells a story of who we are and where we are going

GET INVOLVED

When you connect with LIGHT, you are helping to

develop the arts on a community-wide scale.

Whether you are donating time, funds, or

considering how light will interact with your

business or home environment, every contribution

brightens the vision of LIGHT.