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Featuring as part of the Spectra 2025 programme, Northern Lights is an eclectic virtual exhibition that will transform the Rosemount Viaduct, directly in front of His Majesty鈥檚 Theatre.

Aberdeen artist, , has been commissioned by at Gray鈥檚 School of Art, to lead the project, which will feature digital artwork produced by five artists inspired by Aberdeen, the North East and Spectra鈥檚 2025 theme 鈥楯ourneys鈥�. 

Using a smartphone camera to scan QR codes, audiences can immerse themselves in an augmented reality experience. When you enter the ring of "doorways," inspired by ancient stone circles, visitors can unlock and explore interactive artworks, stepping into a new and imaginative world.

The QR codes will unlock the Northern Lights鈥� programme which features a range of digital artwork inspired by the North East鈥檚 rich cultural heritage, that celebrates themes that include Scottish Selkie folklore, the weaving trade of the North-East, and famous Aberdeenshire 鈥榤ascots鈥� such as the iconic buttery and pesky seagull.

Lead artist, Craig Barrowman, an alumnus from Gray鈥檚, who produced last year鈥檚 Northern Light鈥檚 showcase for Look Again, said: 鈥淚鈥檓 really excited to be leading Look Again鈥檚 Northern Lights showcase as part of Spectra 2025. The interactive augmented reality exhibition will include an engaging collection of digital artworks from five talented artists, inspired by Aberdeen, the North East, and Spectra鈥檚 2025 theme 鈥楯ourneys鈥�.鈥�

Look Again Creative Director, Sally Reaper, said: 鈥淲e are thrilled to collaborate with Aberdeen City Council and Live Event Management to lead the Northern Lights augmented reality experience as part of Spectra 2025.

鈥淎t Look Again at Gray鈥檚 School of Art, we are deeply committed to enhancing culture in the North East of Scotland. This commission offers a fantastic opportunity for local artists at all stages of their careers to be part of a stellar lineup in a major festival. Spectra celebrates our civic spaces and cultural heritage, inspiring families and visitors to connect with the heart of our city in new and meaningful ways. It鈥檚 fun, uplifting, and brings much-needed brightness to Aberdeen during the winter months. We can鈥檛 wait for the public to experience Northern Lights when the festival opens.鈥�

Councillor Martin Greig, cultural spokesperson for Aberdeen City Council said: 鈥淪pectra provides an unrivalled platform for artists to showcase their outstanding talents. The festival is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the excellent design work of the Northern Lights team from Gray's School of Art. Other local artists including Craig Barrowman are contributing splendid, imaginative creations which everyone will enjoy. The programme includes installations from farther afield, including "Sky Castle" from Australia. There will be a rich and exciting range of images and experiences that will delight visitors of all ages. This will be a dazzling attraction for the city centre."

As part of the Northern Lights line up, illustrator and filmmaker, Jonny Mowat from Catterline will present a playful collection of digital artworks entitled 鈥楽hire Dwellers鈥� that invites visitors to step through a virtual doorway to meet a colourful, motley crew of Aberdeenshire 鈥榤ascots鈥� connected to the North East such as the iconic buttery, seagull and lighthouse.

Handweaver and scientist, Lynne Hocking, will showcase a project produced from her studio in Aberdeen city, inspired by her family connections to the weaving trade in north-east Scotland that stretches over seven generations.

Italian-born artist, Cristiana Messina will encourage visitors to embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery that defines a woman鈥檚 life, inspired by Scottish Selkie folklore and created by AI tools.

Gray鈥檚 alumnus, Simon Knox offers visitors a chance to experience a journey of relaxation and calm as they look through a portal of kaleidoscopic light, reflection, and sound.

Meanwhile, Italo-Ukrainian digital artist, Veronica Petukhov, will present 鈥楨choes of the Moon鈥�, as she encourages visitors to travel through time to follow astral paths and the glistening fires in the sky to discover a group of mysterious people who lived centuries ago.

Main image 'Shire Dwellers鈥� from Johnny Mowat, artist at Northern Lights 2025.

Gallery image shows lead artist for Northern Lights, Craig Barrowman.