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Motion Notion 2016: A Photo Journal by KreateLove

Posted by: K. Lea on September 19, 2016

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Arriving to the stages, the lighting upgrade to the Temple stage was evident. Lasers and more lights created a mystical setting to dance the night away.

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After the rain storms of 2015, the fabric to provide some shelter at the Temple stage was a welcome bit of respite from the potential elements.

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The paths between stages are well lit and entice attendees to adventure at night time. This particular pathway leads to PK Sound’s Cabana stage.

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This year PK’s Cabana stage also got a revamp. Traditionally made with bamboo, brightened and enhanced with different lighting techniques, this year the stage was made into a giant tiki head. At night it came alive with video mapping, moving and morphing, creating a visual journey to enhance the aural journey.

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Fire art between the stages lights up the night and gives attendees a place to gather for chats and warmth against the cool nights of the Rocky Mountains.

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A dancer shows the latest in prop toys. Her dreamcatcher is a departure from the average staff, poi and hoop options.

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Costume culture is an important part of North American festivals.

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It’s always Wine O’clock at Motion Notion.

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The Nest, the third stage at Motion Notion showcased VJs alongside DJs. The entire inside surface of the dome was video mapped with psychedelic images.

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Festivals aren’t just for music and dancing. Motion Notion provides the perfect backdrop for kicking back and laughing it up with friends.

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DJ Wakcutt from Golden B.C. ends his 20 years of DJing set unexpectedly by breaking out his lap guitar.

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DJ Jams based in Calgary, Alberta takes the party to the deeper side of D’n’B.

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Like at many festivals, LED props and prop dancers light up the night at Motion Notion.

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The lighting crew at the Cabana Stage silhouette the crowd with impressive lighting techniques.

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TC plays a killer set to the crowd at the Cabana in support of his newest album Unleash the Wolves.

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Party-goers soak up the rays and have a little fun on a slip ‘n’ slide by the cool, blue water.

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Western Canadian house and techno label Substation Recordings bang out their best sounds in an afternoon label showcase featuring label members.

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There’s something about the atmosphere of a festival that brings out the love between partners.

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There’s nothing like spotting a DJ partying. Here, DJ Slynk shows that it’s not all business.

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The beauty of festivals – not knowing where the road ends, but knowing the journey will be worth it.

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