Introduction

Amlinelliad/Outline is an innovative, bilingual app being developed by the charity Art+Science in collaboration with Aberystwyth University. It offers users an immersive experience through augmented reality (AR) artworks, which can be explored along the scenic Wales Coast Path using a mobile device.

Wales is one of the few countries in the world to feature a walking path encircling its entire coastline, spanning 870 miles of breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse ecosystems. Amlinelliad/Outline capitalises on this unique setting to connect users to the cultural and natural heritage of Wales, blending cutting-edge technology with stories, myths, and legends.

The app will create a series of virtual, site-specific, geo-located artworks that are visible or audible only at specific points along the coastline. These include images, films, sculptures, poems, and performances, each addressing key themes such as sea level rise, landscape change, history, legend, and a sense of belonging to a place. By doing so, the project brings to life the environmental and cultural significance of the Welsh coastline.

Amlinelliad/Outline aims to encourage the public to explore areas they might not typically visit while showcasing the majesty and dynamism of the evolving Welsh coastline. Beyond this, the vision of the project is to lay the foundation for a national digital collection—a groundbreaking initiative that could serve as the first of its kind in the world.

This project not only enhances public appreciation of Wales' coastal beauty but also fosters deeper reflection on issues such as climate change, heritage preservation, and the human connection to the place.