First: Ask the Right Questions
Hosting a digital artwork in a cultural institution isn't simply "plugging in a screen." It means integrating a living object into a space with its own circulation, mediation and maintenance logic. Success depends largely on upfront preparation.
Before contacting an artist or production, ask yourself:
- Exhibition duration: a few days (event) or weeks/months?
- Target audience: school groups, general public, professionals? What technical skills can we assume?
- Available space: dimensions, lighting, power supply, sound insulation
- Budget: production, transport, installation, maintenance, insurance, mediation
Technical Constraints to Anticipate
Power and Heat
Digital installations consume energy and generate heat. Projector, computer, multiple screens — anticipate the electrical load and space ventilation.
Public Robustness
An open-access installation must be designed to withstand hundreds of daily interactions. Mobile devices break, cables disconnect. Stock spare consumables and a simple recovery procedure.
Auto-restart
The installation must be able to restart automatically after a power cut or crash. A simple auto-start script can prevent many failures.
Mediation: The Real Lever
Technology attracts attention. Mediation creates the experience. An unmediated installation is often underused. Light mediation — a clear label, an available mediator during the first hours, an associated workshop — multiplies time spent and experience quality.
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