Breathing, not blinking - art at the intersection of the mechanical and natural

Tuesday 17 September 2024

Join us for a talk exploring the practice of artists behind the exhibition Light in Motion featuring multisensory storyteller Grace Boyle in conversation with designers and artists from the exhibition ‘Light in Motion’ to share insights into their innovative practices that bridge the gap between modern technology and the natural world.

Surrounded by the mesmerising light-based works and installations of the Light in Motion exhibition, Grace Boyle in conversation with Duncan Carter, Dev Joshi, Sophie Mei Birkin, and Maria Vera will delve into the intricate relationship between the rigid and binary nature of technological components and the fluid, circular motifs of natural phenomena that are a recurring theme throughout the exhibition. Attendees will explore the concepts of circadian rhythms, orbital paths, and the passage of time, as reflected in the exhibition’s pieces.

The discussion will highlight how the notions of oscillation, harmony, and repetition manifest in both the complex natural phenomena inspiring these works and the underlying code and components used in their creation. This duality underscores our innate desire to reconnect with nature, finding solace and inspiration in its rhythms and cycles. The exhibition captures the essence of both light and darkness, offering a contemplative contrast to the frenetic stimuli of the digital world.

Grace Boyle is the Director of The Feelies, an award-winning sensory storytelling studio that explores intelligence across physical and digital realms. With a background in chemistry and architectural robotics, and a reputation as a thought leader in sensory and immersive design, Grace has engaged in projects ranging from gathering sensory surrounds in an Indigenous Amazon village to conducting olfactory dream workshops in a medieval castle, aided by AI. She is also a visiting lecturer on the Fashion MA at the Royal College of Art (RCA).

Sparkling elderflower wine is generously provided by Mydflower

Late exhibition opening 6:30 - 9pm
Artist in conversation 7 - 8:20pm
Tickets are free, reserve your place on Eventbrite