This project provides an immersive VR experience of Rosalie de Meric’s Hexagon Sequence II using a Meta Quest headset. The painting’s vibrant colors, geometric shapes are reimagined in a dynamic virtual environment, seamlessly integrating with architectural motifs from Heslington Hall at the University of York.

Users can don the headset to virtually walk through the artwork, exploring its details and colors up close. This interactive experience brings the painting to life, offering a captivating and insightful exploration of both the artist’s vision and her masterpiece.

This project was showcased during Digital Creativity Week at the University of York in Summer 2023. As you enter the world of Hexagon Sequence II, you are enveloped by its vibrant colors and dynamic shapes. The painting’s patterns seem to come alive, drawing you deeper into its mesmerizing design.

Rosalie de Meric, a skilled artist from Weymouth, Dorset, used oil, acrylic, and drawing techniques to craft this stunning piece. Hexagon Sequence II highlights her expertise with geometric forms and vivid colors, captivating viewers with its hypnotic allure.

In this VR experience, you can delve into the artwork, discovering more about the artist and her creation while navigating through a rich, interactive environment that blends artistic brilliance with architectural beauty.