This year, we were proud to work alongside the British Textile Biennial (BTB) creative team to deliver a series of audio-visual installations, video edits, and technical integrations across multiple venues in Lancashire.
Photo by Porfirio Gutiérrez courtesy of British Textile Biennial
Our role spanned video editing, projection, audio, and on-site technical installation, with a shared aim of creating accessible, immersive experiences that celebrated the Biennial’s global conversations around textiles, culture, and craft.
Audio and Projection Install for Agency by Porfirio Gutiérrez
We began our BTB 2025 journey supporting Porfirio Gutiérrez’s Agency, an installation exploring Indigenous weaving traditions and the impact of colonial trade.
Photo by Matthew Savage courtesy of British Textile Biennial
We provided the audio and projection installation, working closely with BTB’s curatorial and technical teams to achieve an installation that honoured the textures and rhythms of Porfirio’s practice. The installation, at The Whitaker, needed to be neat and unobtrusive so as not to draw attention away from the delicate woven pieces which are central to Porfirio’s work.
Video Editing, Transcription, and Installation for The Synthetic Revolution
For The Synthetic Revolution, we were responsible for editing and transcribing multiple video works, as well as managing their installation in the exhibition space at Haworth Art Gallery.
Photo by Matthew Savage courtesy of British Textile Biennial
The project examined the relationship between textiles, petrochemicals, and global production systems. The films, created from edits of numerous mid 20th century adverts and documentaries, helped shape these complex narratives into clear, engaging visual stories. We also provided transcribed text for all spoken-word content, working to Arts Council England’s guidelines, to improve accessibility and engagement for visitors across diverse backgrounds and needs.
Video Editing for Pioneers of the Material World
For Pioneers of the Material World, we were commissioned to deliver video editing for a film that explores the evolution of performance textiles and the garments developed for pioneers working in extreme environments such as the Himalayas.
Working to detailed edit notes provided by the creative team, we crafted a piece that visually links innovation in material science with human endurance, highlighting the artistry and engineering behind garments designed to withstand the world’s most demanding conditions.
On-Call Technical Support for The Aqal by Dhaqan Collective
During the Biennial, we also provided on-call technical support for Dhaqan Collective’s The Aqal: House of Weaving Songs.
Photo by Matt Savage courtesy of British textile Biennial
This multidisciplinary installation transformed the space into a living, communal structure of sound, storytelling, and textile art. The installation relied on lighting (ETC Eos), audio (Logic Pro) and interactive technologies (Bare Conductive Touch boards) to create an immersive, reactive environment. With QLab being used as the conduit between these technologies, the Aqal experience depended on the all technology performing flawlessly.
Video Installations for Tixinda and Campo Carmín
Rounding out our BTB 2025 contributions at The Whitaker, we managed video installations for two visually striking projects:
- Tixinda by Melanie Smith and Patricio Villarreal, exploring colour, migration, and material exchange, and
- Campo Carmín by Tania Candiani, whose practice bridges textile traditions and contemporary media.
Photos by Matthew Savage courtesy of British Textile Biennial
Both works required immaculate setup and installation, ensuring each artist’s work was presented with sensitivity to their gallery surroundings.
Reflections on Collaboration
Across all these projects, our collaboration with the BTB team was defined by adaptability, shared vision, and attention to detail. From video projections to intimate film edits for TV, the goal remained the same: to support artists in telling powerful stories through sound, image, and technology.
Accessibility was a guiding principle throughout ,with transcribed content, considered installation design, and high quality installation practices ensuring every visitor could connect meaningfully with the work.
We’re honoured to have contributed to British Textile Biennial 2025, and to have supported such an ambitious programme celebrating the intersections of heritage, innovation, and contemporary art.
All photos by kind permission of British Textile Biennial