Installation of umbrellas by Luke Jerram

Colorful installation of umbrellas by Luke Jerram, UK-based artist

Installation of umbrellas by Luke Jerram
Just Sometimes… is a beautiful installation by British artist Luke Jerram, in which more than 1,000 umbrellas bob along the Rotterdam canal in a floating swirl of visual sensations, as a part of the Witte de With Festival. The bright, sunshine-inspired palettes of oranges and yellows represent an energetic vibe that viewers can observe and reflect upon. Jerram says, ‘Just Sometimes’ it’s OK to create something that is simply beautiful that makes the public smile?” When the installation was removed, the artist handed out the umbrellas to passing pedestrians and, as a result, hints of orange and yellow will frequently be spotted on rainy days along the city streets.

Colorful installation of umbrellas by UK-based artist Luke Jerram

Red umbrellas on the water. Art installation by UK-based artist Luke Jerram

During the festival literally hundreds of the public took photos of the artwork on their mobile phones and cameras. Indeed, even the driver of the local tram was spotted making an impromptu stop and abandoning his passengers in order to get out his camera and take a quick snap. Another artist team from Norway built special benches that were placed by the canal for contemplation of the umbrellas.