Don’t miss this Special Scented and Scored screening of F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) Ritz Randwick Ritz, Sydney on November 1st. Classic cinema with a live original score by Peter Dasent and a glowing souvenir Scratch & Sniff card created by Jas Brooks . And there’s more! A shadow self seeks revenge…
The Power of Scent in Immersive Experiences
A fun participatory workshop at SXSW 2024 “The Power of Scent,” is an interactive workshop led by experience designer Tammy Burnstock (Scented Storytelling) and perfumer Jocelyn Fullerton (Cult of Scent). With help from multidisiplinary artists Cat Jones and Ilkay Kemahli. Diving into the use of fragrance to enhance narrative depth and emotional engagement, this nose-on…
Female Trouble Smells at SUFF Opening Night!
Dir. John Waters, 1974, USA, 97 mins, Comedy, Remastered A fabulous night was had celebrating the 50th anniversary of John Waters’ outrageously audacious classic, Female Trouble. With Scratch n’ sniff cards created by Snivure (Jas Brooks) and Scented Storytelling, the film was presented in glorious Smell-O-Rama! Punters dived nose first into the twisted life of…
A Scented Cinema Weekend of Whiff and Wonder!
A feast for ALL of your senses! A few pics to tell the tale! Curated and scent-designed by Jas Brooks and my good self in cahoots with Cinema NOVA, Melbourne Australia. Audiences smelled Jim Jarmush’s Only Lovers Left Alive, experienced Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory as never before and salivated with Les Blank’s Garlic…
An Aromatic Life #104 Scented Cinema Podcast
Jas Brooks and I recently had the delightful experience of sharing our passion for all things scented cinema past, present and future with Frauke Galia. You can have a listen here Watch this space for imminent news of our next fragrant cinematic adventure. Coming to your eyes, ears and noses soon!
SmellScape
Open SmellScape, a scented tabletop game designed for olfactory exploration and collaborative discussions. Delve into a range of aromas, engaging in group dialogues, sharing personal scent memories, and crafting collective poems. SmellScape showcases scent as a powerful means of communication and memory, offering a fresh perspective on the game dynamics for enthusiasts of all ages.
Share to Care
Share to Care melds Thuy Han Do’s poetic verses with the evocative power of scent. In a unique fusion of arts, attendees of this grand event were treated to the harmony of eloquent poetry and a specially crafted lemon flower fragrance, bridging emotional resonances across diverse backgrounds.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in Stink-O-Vision
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Blu-Ray release in Stink-O-Vision with a thoughtful scent track of nine distinctive smells presented through a scratch-and-sniff card. This edition quickly gained traction. Following its notable reception in both Australia and the U.S., it’s now featured in select theaters in Australia and New Zealand.
Invincible Summer
Invincible Summer was a group exhibition exploring climate consciousness and the shifting meanings of shared memories. Tammy Burnstock produced fragrances that juxtaposed evolving associations of familiar aromas—such as the transformation of fire from a symbol of communal gatherings to one of fear, due to recent bushfires. Presented at the Incinerator Gallery, this sensory experience features three primary fragrances: Capgras, an Australian bushfire, and coconut sun-tan lotion, with a harmonizing overlay of a custom ‘scent of hope’. This project facilitates deeper audience engagement, invoking nostalgia and contemplation.
Smell-O-Vision! conservation project
The Smell-O-Vision! Conservation Project is dedicated to the meticulous preservation of Hans Laube’s revolutionary Smell-O-Vision! technology. Undertaken in two primary segments, the project focuses on the restoration of the unique Smell Brain apparatus and the analytical conservation of the Scent of Mystery fragrance pivotal to the 1960 film.
ETERNITY LAND
ETERNITYLAND (2022) is an immersive theatre piece exquisitely intertwined with evocative olfactory experiences. Created by divine design, this realm is not just a feast for the eyes, but a journey for the nose. Let the rustic allure of The Cowboy, with notes of leather and tobacco, transport you; be captivated by The Mother’s suburban aroma of fresh grass, then jolted by the mysterious flowers-with-a-bite. Every scent invites you deeper into the narrative. As you wander, choose your path and perhaps, become the next legendary protagonist.
Far Out Flowers
Far Out Flowers is an interactive public art installation. Encounter fantastical flowers: the alluring aroma of a tropical piña colada from an alien orchid; tactile cacti tempting with a playful blend of caramel popcorn and raspberries; and invigorating vines wafting lemony zest.
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