ALO - Art of Light Organization
Our Mission
At ALO - the Art of Light Organization, we bring together a global community of visionaries to explore the transformative power
of light as a medium of artistic expression, we foster a deeper appreciation for the Art of Light. ALO, founded in year 2020, is dedicated to honoring the transformative potential of light as an artistic medium. By uniting a global network of creative minds — artists, designers, engineers, scientists and technologists — we delve into the intersection of creativity and innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a photograph of the legendary artist László Moholy-Nagy, considered as one of the first artists to systematically incorporate light into his art, shaping the foundation of the Art of Light, we pay tribute to his pioneering activity. Moholy's emblematic work called: Light Space Modulator, a.k.a: Light Prop for an Electric Stage finalized in 1931, is regarded as one of the very first light art installations in the world. We at ALO, we imagine Moholy saying: ALO from a 100 years distance!
Photo by: Lucia Moholy 1925, used with the permit of Hattula Moholy
Our Vision
Our goal is to cultivate a profound appreciation for the art of light while fostering innovative projects in art, technology, and design. We aim to connect diverse disciplines, highlighting the powerful ways in which light influences our perceptions, emotions, and surroundings. Our programs include artist residencies, community art projects, and a mentorship program for emerging artists.
Our Impact
Since our founding, we have made a significant impact in our community. We have provided opportunities for artists to exhibit their work, connected artists with each other, and brought the arts to underserved communities.
Through our members we helped initiating educational programmes, symposiums, exhibitions and a museum dedicated to the art of light. More information below!
Our Projects
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY 2024
Two of our members: László Zsolt Bordos and Márton Orosz, became co-presidents of the International Kepes Society! The Society's source of inspiration is the work and legacy of György Kepes a great visionaire of the 20st century who founded the Center for Advanced Visual Studies at MIT in Cambridge (USA). The idea to unite into a society was decided at the first International Symposium on Light in Eger, in 1993.
LIGHT SYMPOSIUM, Budapest 14-15 SEP. 2023
30st Anniversary of the Light Symposiums held in Hungary, at MOME - The Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design in Budapest, accompanied by a photogram workshop and two exhibitions: Luminoteque at the Vasarely Museum in Budapest, and The newest Images of the world, at the Kepes Institute in Eger, ungary.
LIGHT ART MUSEUM IN BUDAPEST 2022
Co-founder of ALO, László Zsolt Bordos initiated this ambitious project. The project was a heavy task, due to serious conflicts with the coinvestors. The project became a success, however, the initiator, the eponym, the first art director and curator was never credited properly and he was never paid.
LIGHT ART COURSE AT MOME 2021
Co-founder of ALO initiated the Light Art Course at the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design in Budapest, which is running successfully since 2021!
LIGHT ART MANIFESTO 2020 - 2021
Founders of ALO initiated the Light Art Manifesto. The Light Art Manifesto is a declaration that emphasizes the significance of light as a primary medium in contemporary art. The Manifesto was officially launched on May 16, 2021, on the International Day of Light!
Founders
Juliette Bibasse - curator, producer
Craig Morrisson - artist, curator
Michael Betancourt - curator, teacher
Robert Seidel - artist
Márton Orosz - art historian
László Zsolt Bordos - artist
Partner Institutes
THE MOHOLY FOUNDATION
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
CHICAGO BAUHAUS
INTERNATIONAL KEPES SOCIETY
CHICAGO BAUHAUS
Membership
Membership offers entry into an esteemed network of individuals passionate about light. Members have the chance to collaborate, share ideas, and thrive within this dynamic community. Becoming a member involves minimal obligations. While there is a small annual fee, the primary benefit lies in the connections you build and the opportunity to contribute to the evolving discourse on light as a medium in art.
As a member of ALO, you’ll gain:
- Exclusive access to symposia and exhibitions.
- Opportunities to showcase your work and ideas.
- Access to an expanding repository of research, resources, and inspiration.
- A weblink to your work in the Members area
Whether you’re an artist, or a designer, an engineer, or a scientist, or someone just simply captivated by the beauty of light, we invite you to join our community by contacting us below:
Help Our Cause!
Your contribution helps us brighten the world with creativity, innovation, and the transformative power of light. By donating to ALO, you support artists, exhibitions, and educational initiatives that inspire and connect communities through light art!
ALO - Art of Light Organization