Cryptic Art & Science, exhibition 4-8 October
‘Cryptic – Art & Science’ was an innovative show which brought together the work of 15 international artists and scientists from the Central Saint Martins’ Postgraduate Art programme.
The participating artists, who were entering the final year of their MA Art and Science studies, investigated topics including what does our genetic make-up say about us; how we are connected to the earth through molecular energy; the new materiality of being human in the 21st Century; the ritual of memory and extinction; climate change and the rise of the seas; collective consciousness and what lies beyond the ‘event horizon’ – peering into a black hole.
An inventive approach was taken to the use of media with artists coming from a diversity of professional and creative backgrounds such as engineering, fine art, publishing, art and film production, theatre, photography, psychology, textile design and storytelling. Inspired by their individual connections with science a wide range of processes and media is used to respond to the issues considered. Expect toothpicks, latex, digital and video platforms, emerging biological forms and chemical reactions.
The exhibition included works developed from collaborations with scientists, experiments with processes and the use of familiar materials as a novel medium for artistic exploration and influences from current and ongoing scientific inquiry.
Commenting on the event, Neus Torres Tamarit, as curator and exhibiting artist says: “This student-initiated show comes at the moment before we commence our final year of study. It showcases the creative energy and the evolution of our investigations as we prepare for our degree show.” Inspiring, pioneering and risk taking the artists wish to engage with the audience to inform, educate and challenge.
The show is kindly supported by The Bree Louise and Call Print.
Exhibition curated by Neus Torres Tamarit
Press release by Maria Macc
Poster design by Heather Scott