Lateral lines
This exhibition runs at the following times
Friday 18 September 17.00 – 20.00
Saturday 19 September 11.00 – 17.00
Sunday 20 September 11.00 – 17.00
Lateral lines are the sensory organs that fish use to detect water and noise, an unimaginable blend of sound and touch.
This immersive installation by artist James Wylie invites you to step into the senses of a fish and explore how they perceive the world around them. Experience the vastness of water through the lens of these marine creatures, where the slightest noise can feel like a volcano erupting. See what it’s like for fish in Southampton dockyard in real time, as ships pass by, creating noise pollution that disrupts species and creates sensory stress.
This immersive installation by artist James Wylie invites you to step into the senses of a fish and explore how they perceive the world around them. Experience the vastness of water through the lens of these marine creatures, where the slightest noise can feel like a volcano erupting. See what it’s like for fish in Southampton dockyard in real time, as ships pass by, creating noise pollution that disrupts species and creates sensory stress.
They say there are plenty of fish in the sea, but for how long?
Please note that this installation contains flashing lights and loud sounds and it may not be suitable for those with photosensitive epilepsy.
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18 September 2026 - 20 September 2026
John Hansard Gallery - Barker-Mill Gallery
