globalflock

Wearing your wings as a symbol of unity

We, as humans, have long since been fascinated by birds. Their capacity for flight, song and navigation, their beautiful colours and different behaviours have made them powerful symbols for many cultures.

For millennia, global folklore, myth and religions have described gods, goddesses, angels, deities and superheroes that fly into the skies with wings of their own or with the ease of a bird.

Historically birds have been used as seasonal clocks and calendars, guided us to new lands and served as air bound messengers.

Ourselves and birds live on varied terrains in every climate. Osprey, Peregrine Falcon and Barn Owls populate every continent. These raptors can fly great distances, meaning almost no land is too remote for them to reach.

In varied environments, like man, these three birds form strong pair bonds, put down roots and raise families together.

Rock Pigeons and House sparrows flock together in great numbers in urban and rural areas all over the globe in the same way that we come together and build communities.

Akin to people, birds travel long distances, crossing many international borders and entering different political areas.

By donning your scarf as a pair of wings, taking photographs and sharing these images on worldwide accessible social media, you have an opportunity to become a part of The Global Flock, a symbol of unity.

Wearing your wings will prove an interesting conversation piece just from their natural beauty. However your wings can create an opportunity to make connections between bird migration and adaption to new environments, to human immigration and adaption to new cultures.

Through discussion and shared story, wearing your wings can be used as a tool to unite broad audiences both on site and beyond.

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Birds of a Feather
The Global Flock
Portable art installation

You are invited to step into an illuminated, picturesque skyscape to become the ultimate alter-ego of part man, part majestic bird.
An opportunity is created for a memorable selfie style picture that you will want to share with you friends and family.
Bring along your mobile camera, strike your super hero pose, use your imagination to soar into the
night sky and unite as Global Flock of illuminated birds.

At first glance, 'Birds of a Feather' is perceived as a fun & memorable "selfie with wings" style picture.

A photographer will be available on both evenings. These images will be displayed online for you to download for free.