CLEAN : London's St Paul's Cathedral unveils new video installation

The video discusses an artwork commissioned by the Cathedral Fabric Commission for England, exploring themes of birth, joy, loss, pain, and death through the duality of Mary. The artwork aims to inspire contemplation and emotional response, with a focus on Mary's significance in the Christian story. The design, created by Norman Foster, integrates seamlessly with the cathedral's architecture, featuring low-key video works without sound to maintain the cathedral's ambiance.

What was one of the main challenges faced during the creation of the artwork?

• Deciding on the color scheme

• Coordinating with the Cathedral Fabric Commission for England

• Finding the right materials

• Choosing the location for the artwork

How is Mary depicted in the artwork to represent the concept of life?

• As a teacher

• As a queen

• As a nursing mother

• As a young girl

What is the intended emotional impact of the artwork on its viewers?

• To confuse them

• To inspire and move them

• To educate them

• To entertain them

Why were the video works created without sound?

• To make the videos more mysterious

• To focus on visual storytelling

• To save on production costs

• To allow the cathedral's natural sounds to be heard

Who was responsible for creating the stands for the artwork?

• The artist himself

• Sir Norman Foster

• The Cathedral Fabric Commission for England

• Blain Southern gallery