Meow Wolf’s Radio Tave attraction opened in October 2024 / Photo: Arturo Olmos
US artist Janell Langford has created a six-room installation exploring the creative process as part of Meow Wolf’s latest permanent attraction in Houston, Texas, US.
Obsidiodyssey is Langford’s second permanent installation with Meow Wolf following her CJ’s Temporal Lobby exhibition at House of Eternal Return in Santa Fe, US.
It will be one of the central attractions at Meow Wolf’s Houston attraction Radio Tave, which opened in October 2024.
Langford, who is known for her intricate world-building and retro-futuristic illustrations, brings her signature blend of fantastical comic book narratives and personal introspection to this new Houston installation.
A journey through the creative process Obsidiodyssey features a series of spaces that represent different stages of the creative process, explored via Langford’s character CJ, described as a “ brilliant yet introverted creative with an active imagination”.
Visitors join CJ on her assignment, creating the perfect music video for her art director. Browsing through storyboards in CJ’s studio, participants can also engage with interactive experiences that capture the flow state of creativity, navigate the challenges of Insidiopolis – an alley inspired by film noir style that symbolises the artist’s fears and anxieties – and celebrate at Fantastrophe’s House Party, complete with an interactive DJ booth.
Langford plays with the concept of time with a clock on the wall where time passes quickly, recognising that in the creative process time can fly by when in a flow state.
Highs and lows “I wanted to make an experience that takes guests through the ebb and flow of darkness and joy that comes with putting your whole self into works of art,” said Langford.
“For me, making art can be the most beautiful, euphoric thing in the world, but often, getting it out requires facing many of my demons. I hope this journey I’ve put before our guests resonates with creatives across the artistic spectrum.”
Radio Tave – Meow Wolf’s fifth permanent attraction – invites visitors to take part in the story of a community radio station transported into a strange realm. It features labyrinthine passageways and hidden doors leading to multi-sensory experiences that include a grotto with instruments that come to life, a honky tonk dive bar, a never-ending dance party, and an open air market.
Meow Wolf’s sixth permanent attraction is due to open in Los Angeles in 2026.
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Meow Wolf’s Radio Tave attraction opened in October 2024 / Photo: Arturo Olmos
US artist Janell Langford has created a six-room installation exploring the creative process as part of Meow Wolf’s latest permanent attraction in Houston, Texas, US.
Obsidiodyssey is Langford’s second permanent installation with Meow Wolf following her CJ’s Temporal Lobby exhibition at House of Eternal Return in Santa Fe, US.
It will be one of the central attractions at Meow Wolf’s Houston attraction Radio Tave, which opened in October 2024.
Langford, who is known for her intricate world-building and retro-futuristic illustrations, brings her signature blend of fantastical comic book narratives and personal introspection to this new Houston installation.
A journey through the creative process Obsidiodyssey features a series of spaces that represent different stages of the creative process, explored via Langford’s character CJ, described as a “ brilliant yet introverted creative with an active imagination”.
Visitors join CJ on her assignment, creating the perfect music video for her art director. Browsing through storyboards in CJ’s studio, participants can also engage with interactive experiences that capture the flow state of creativity, navigate the challenges of Insidiopolis – an alley inspired by film noir style that symbolises the artist’s fears and anxieties – and celebrate at Fantastrophe’s House Party, complete with an interactive DJ booth.
Langford plays with the concept of time with a clock on the wall where time passes quickly, recognising that in the creative process time can fly by when in a flow state.
Highs and lows “I wanted to make an experience that takes guests through the ebb and flow of darkness and joy that comes with putting your whole self into works of art,” said Langford.
“For me, making art can be the most beautiful, euphoric thing in the world, but often, getting it out requires facing many of my demons. I hope this journey I’ve put before our guests resonates with creatives across the artistic spectrum.”
Radio Tave – Meow Wolf’s fifth permanent attraction – invites visitors to take part in the story of a community radio station transported into a strange realm. It features labyrinthine passageways and hidden doors leading to multi-sensory experiences that include a grotto with instruments that come to life, a honky tonk dive bar, a never-ending dance party, and an open air market.
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Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
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Bringing people together under the dark skies of Arizona, Lowell Observatory’s new Astronomy Discovery Center is truly unique
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