Fen to Fire is an innovative digital art installation that brings the Late Bronze Age Must Farm settlement to life through immersive, photorealistic computer graphics.
Premiering at Everyspace in March Library, the project invites visitors to experience the settlement’s entire lifespan—from its construction and daily activities to its dramatic destruction by fire. What sets Fen to Fire apart is its collaborative approach: local young people will actively shape the content by designing 3D characters, acting out scenes, and contributing sound and motion capture, making the piece a living portrait of both ancient and contemporary Fenland communities.
The installation features a multi-screen setup that showcases dynamic views of the settlement, close-up details, and behind-the-scenes footage of the creative process. Fen to Fire is more than an art event—it’s a community-centred exploration of archaeology, identity, and heritage. Fen to Fire is being created by digital artist Guy Schofield, working closely with arts organisation Collusion and Cambridge Archaeological Unit.
- Guy Schofield works with museums, heritage organisations and communities across the UK, using videogame technologies to explore local heritage and archaeology. He is also a senior lecturer in Digital Archaeology at the University of York.
- Chris Wakefield has been both an archaeologist and engagement coordinator on the Must Farm project and currently works as the Engagement Officer for the Cambridge Archaeological Unit.
- Rosa Torr is an interdisciplinary producer specialising in community and cultural engagement projects, working especially with communities who don’t often receive access to arts.
Artists
Creative Team
Guy Schofield – Lead Artist
Chris Wakefield – Producer
Rosa Torr – Engagement