WATCH: STORM comes to Burghead as Findhorn Bay Arts introduce their 10-metre tall sea goddess to hundreds who turn out in the rain for the spectacle
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IN weather conditions reflecting her name, 10-metre sea goddess STORM strode forth in the coastal village of Burghead on Saturday.
Hundreds turned out in the wind and rain to watch the giant puppet make her way in front of Burghead's Salmon Green towards the harbour, ready for a tour of the Moray Firth coastline.
Her spectacular appearance was part of Findhorn Bay Arts' 'Source to Sea' programme of events and activities, all celebrating the heritage of the Moray coast.
Edinburgh-based Vision Mechanics' lofty lady, who "lives in the waters around Scotland and has a voice like the chorus of the waves", is making several appearances at Burghead today and then in Nairn on September 12 as part of the Nairn Book and Arts Festival.
STORM comes ashore to tell the story of our oceans in crisis.
'Source to Sea' also included a floating kinetic water organ on the River Findhorn and Findhorn Bay, and an interactive installation of images and sound for which artists worked with 75 residents across Moray to install pinhole cameras in their houses and gardens to capture a single long-exposure image over four months.
A host of visual poetry performances, walks, talks and tours will also take place on and around Moray's waters. Many of the events are free.
Kresanna Aigner, creative director at Findhorn Bay Arts, said: "We are so delighted to finally be able to announce details of Source to Sea, our long-awaited celebration of Scotland's Year of Coasts and Waters 20/21.
"With something for all ages to enjoy, Source to Sea is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and appreciate Moray’s rich culture, heritage and environment.
"Above all, we want to ensure that all these events can be enjoyed in a Covid-safe way.
To see the full programme visit www.findhornbayarts.com.
