Rone: Short Film & VR Art Gallery


VR Review  ★★★★☆‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
PCVR  Art  Museum  Short Films  Comfortable  Roomscale  Stationary 

A room in a state of disrepair, with a damaged ceiling and peeling wallpaper. On the back wall, a striking mural of a woman’s face is painted, her expression serene yet commanding. The artwork contrasts with the decay surrounding it, adding a sense of depth and artistry to the space. To the left, a grand piano sits with its worn keys exposed. In the center, a wooden table with mismatched chairs rests under a hanging light fixture. Floral curtains frame a window on the right, allowing soft, diffused light to enter. Large white text at the bottom reads: 'RONE A VR EXPERIENCE,' suggesting the image is part of a virtual reality environment exploring this atmospheric setting.

Rone is a pseudonym of Tyrone Wright, an Australian street artist known particularly for creating immersive art installations in spaces such as abandoned houses and dilapidated movie theaters. Using portraits of young women as his subjects, he contrasts these feminine features against the decay and dereliction of his canvases. Painting on surfaces of soon-to-be-demolished buildings, it's apt for his for work among rubble and rebar to be captured digitally in three dimensions and presented in virtual reality for posterity.

This experience is set in an artfully designed virtual gallery, it's dark walls adorned with images of previous works, all of which are portraits of women. Beckoning you in the direction of the center of the gallery where you'll find the eight minute long 360° film is an animated path on the floor, though you're free to deviate from the path to admire the paintings on its route. Set in both the artist's studio and on location with some of his installations, the film does an great job of introducing Rone and showcasing his work.

Viewing the film unlocks several gallery annexes that lead to spaces covered by the film, including spaces and structures that would be impossible to fit into a traditional art museum. Investigate 360° photographs of Melbourne street art, visit his studio where another film plays, or enter the Omega House - where photogrammetry captures a version of a multi-roomed abandoned dwelling, resplendent with his painted portraits decorating the walls.

A large, vibrant orange tree stands at the center of an indoor space, its striking color contrasted against the dark walls surrounding it. One of these walls features a large mural of a person's face, adding an artistic element to the scene. Near the tree, two benches offer seating, while two blurred rectangular objects—possibly paintings or screens—are mounted on the right wall. Dramatic lighting highlights both the tree and the mural, emphasizing their presence in the room. The image evokes a contrast between nature and urban artistry.
Exhibition hall for Rone's art and short film.

A room in a state of disrepair, with a damaged ceiling and peeling wallpaper. On the back wall, a striking mural of a woman’s face is painted, her expression serene yet commanding. The artwork contrasts with the decay surrounding it, adding a sense of depth and artistry to the space. To the left, a grand piano sits with its worn keys exposed. In the center, a wooden table with mismatched chairs rests under a hanging light fixture. Floral curtains frame a window on the right, allowing soft, diffused light to enter. Large white text at the bottom reads: 'RONE A VR EXPERIENCE,' suggesting the image is part of a virtual reality environment exploring this atmospheric setting. Dilapidated house as a canvas, captured digitally for posterity.

The entrance to a large industrial-style building features a peaked roof with exposed beams and large windows above a set of three heavy wooden doors. The central door is slightly ajar, revealing another set of doors inside, adding an air of mystery. The walls are made of concrete, complementing the raw, architectural aesthetic. Two overhead lights illuminate the entryway. The ground in front of the entrance has red markings—likely guiding lines or an indication of restricted access. The composition of the image emphasizes the imposing structure and its intriguing partially open door.
Fitting impossible spaces in a virtual museum.

Summary:
⬤ Well designed VR gallery featuring impressive art
⬤ Great short film
⬤ No snap turning in the 360° film

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English 

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