900 North Michigan Shops Unveils de Kooning-Inspired Digital Film
A partnership has emerged among The Canopy, the Art Institute of Chicago, and The Joffrey Ballet, leading to the creation of a ten-panel digital film inspired by the works of Willem de Kooning. Titled Excavation of Movement, the film is showcased at The Canopy, located within the 900 North Michigan Shops on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, until September 20, 2026. This innovative piece reinterprets de Kooning's artistic style by converting his lines and brush strokes into choreography and digital media. Specifically designed for The Canopy's 190 feet of LED screens, it offers a fresh perspective on Abstract Expressionism. This collaboration coincides with the Art Institute's exhibition Willem de Kooning Drawing, further bridging the gap between visual art, dance, and digital technology.
Key facts
- The Canopy, the Art Institute of Chicago, and The Joffrey Ballet collaborated on a digital film.
- The film is titled Excavation of Movement.
- It is inspired by Willem de Kooning's work and the Art Institute's exhibition Willem de Kooning Drawing.
- The film consists of ten panels.
- It is on view at The Canopy through September 20, 2026.
- The Canopy is located at 900 North Michigan Shops on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.
- The film translates de Kooning's lines and brush strokes into movement, choreography, and digital media.
- It is designed for The Canopy's 190 feet of LED screens.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- The Canopy
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Joffrey Ballet
- 900 North Michigan Shops
Locations
- Chicago
- United States
- Magnificent Mile