Biomorphic Compositions
2018 - 2024
Biomorphic Compositions, 01, 02, 03
2018 - 2024
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3 channel Video Installation
Edition 3 + 1 AP
Duration: 10 min
3 channel 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K UHD)
Biomorphic Compositions 01 - 09
2018 -2024
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3 channel Video Installation
Edition 3 + 1 AP
Duration: 10 min
3 channel 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K UHD)
Biomorphic Compositions, 04, 05, 06
2018 - 2024
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3 channel Video Installation
Edition 3 + 1 AP
Duration: 10 min
3 channel 3840 x 2160 pixels (4K UHD)
Unique signed c-type prints,
Dimensions: 338 mm x 600 mm
Biomorphic Compositions is an artistic exploration that emerged from a fascination with medical imaging technology and its ability to reveal the hidden truths of the human body. This project is the culmination of several years of meticulous collection of X-rays and ultrasounds, representing pivotal moments in the lives of my family members, from birth through to injuries and, ultimately, death. These medical images served as a foundational element, offering a distinctive medium for expressing human consciousness through a fusion of colour and auditory sources.
The soundscape is a critical component of the experience. It has been crafted using tonal frequencies commonly employed in sound therapy, known for their healing properties. This therapeutic sound is transformed into a data stream that dynamically interacts with procedural geometry. This interaction is at the heart of the installation, creating an immersive journey that guides the viewer into a state of self-reflection.
At its core, Biomorphic Compositions emerges from the tradition of abstract expressionism and the search for the sublime. The installation is intended to be an immersive experience, engaging the viewer in a space that resonates with the themes of metaphysics. It challenges the audience to contemplate the true nature of existence, inviting them into a reflective exploration of the core principles that define our being. The goal is to provide an experiential platform where the interplay of art, technology, and philosophy coalesces, enabling a deeper understanding and appreciation of the complexities of the human condition.
Sound as Pigment:
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Inspired by the notion that painting involves guiding pigment across the canvas—a process echoed in my work—Biomorphic Compositions uses sound converted to data as its primary medium. This approach not only redefines the act of painting but also bridges the gap between traditional art forms and contemporary digital expressions. In its digitised form, sound becomes a pigment with which I can create worlds, weaving together the visual and the auditory into a cohesive tapestry that explores the nuances of human existence. Impermanence and Mindfulness
A core theme in Buddhism is the concept of impermanence (Anicca), which teaches that all things are in a constant state of flux and change. Anicca aligns with Biomorphic Compositions through medical imaging to capture moments of human existence, reflecting on life's transitory nature. The project's exploration of birth, injury, healing, and death mirrors the Buddhist understanding that nothing is static and that each moment is a unique snapshot of the cycle of life and death. It evokes a deep contemplation of impermanence, encouraging viewers to appreciate the present and the fleeting beauty of life's stages.