Lumen Eclipse - A Multimedia Arts Event

After Effects Chicago Presents:
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LUMEN ECLIPSE

Tuesday, May 25th 2004
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A Multimedia Arts Event

Chicago, IL- After Effects Chicago presents *Lumen Eclipse*, their 2nd multimedia event of the summer, featuring an evening of digital art, experimental video, and a musical performance accompanied by live video mixing at Wicker Park’s lounge-eatery Rodan (1530 North Milwaukee Ave).

The evening will host a unique synergy of events representing the new digital experience in art and music. Opening the event, XChicago will be hosting an Industry Mixer with video artists and professionals, set to the rock/pop samplings of DJ Sanchez Ali. Next is an exploration of the visual and aural arts - a screening of The Best of Art After Next TV. The AFX TV line-up includes:

* The experimental video art of Walter Wright (inventor of the music video)

* The AFX interview w/ controversial punk rock group The Locust

* AMODA’s (Austin Museum of Digital Art) experimental contemplative audio performance series with Brent Fariss & Bill Thompson

*Select features from the Illegal Art Exhibit

Following the video feature, The Passengers, will give their live debut performance with a one-hour set, accompanied by digital artist Mason Dixon’s live video mixing. There will also be raffle prizes, open to all, from Digital Juice, Magnet Media, and DV magazine that will help to fund future Art After Next and AE Chicago non-profit events. Event begins at 7pm. 21+ to enter. No Cover. 773/276-7036