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Roetsj Marble Run

My roots inspired me to create an immersive installation

Roetsj Marble Run close up

Roetsj, a 360 cm tall marble run, allows marbles to endlessly circulate with the help of an elevator. The marble track produces a mesmerizing sound reminiscent of flowing water, creating an enchanting visual and auditory experience.

My Inspiration to build Roetsj

As a child. I always loved visiting my grandfather's vegetable garden. Within his garden he had a small greenhouse. The light inside was beautiful, filling the space with a warm glow and a symphony of natural scents. It had a serene atmosphere. I always experienced time differently there, as if it stood still. You could almost see the plants growing and dancing in the sunlight. 
This compelling memory from my childhood became the inspiration for building the Roetsj marble run.

Representation of the materials

I'am deeply passionate about textures and materials. They subtly tell stories, even when we don't realize it. To match the greenhouse, I used weathered materials such as reclaimed wood and rusty metal, combined with shiny Plexiglas tubing and new copper fittings, some of the materials my father worked with as a plumber

These materials generate a striking contrast and friction, narrating the tale of the old greenhouse and its new plants. The greenhouse, like life itself, embodies continuous cycles, with the marbles symbolizing the unending circle of life.

Everyone wants to know how the story ends

Besides being a Motion Director, I love building kinetic objects and immersive experiences. I am constantly seeking social disruption through curiosity.

Curiosity is a profound character strength, defined by an intrinsic desire to learn and explore new things. It serves as the foundation of creativity and innovation, driving individuals to seek knowledge, ask questions, and challenge established ideas. This desire for new understanding propels us forward, fostering progress and discovery.

Our curiosity drives us to keep watching. When we encounter something unfamiliar, we feel the need to understand it. This way, we open ourselves to innovation and change.

What sparks your curiosity?

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About Kevin Megens

Kevin Megens (1979) is a multidisciplinary artist based in Utrecht. He studied Master of Arts in European Media, Image Synthesis & Computer Animation at the HKU, University of the Arts (HKU - MA) in Utrecht.

Besides being a Motion Director, I love building kinetic objects and immersive experiences. I am constantly seeking social disruption through curiosity.
Roetsj Marble Run close up and size
Strijp T+R area, Piet Hein Eek, Halvemaanstraat 30 , Map No. A2
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Partially Wheelchair Accessible
Toilets available