Title

Environ

Creator

Michou, Xeni Dimitra

Abstract

"Environ" provokes a conversation between the naturoid, the gallery space and the viewer. Allowing the audience to start asking questions about the installation itself, and its placement within the gallery. A naturoid is a combination of technology and nature, and with this combination, we have the emergence of new structures and processes. In "Environ", emphasis is placed on the interaction of natural processes and the man-made elements in today’s world, demonstrating our approach towards the environment.

"Environ" consists of natural and artificial structures. The use of natural material refers us to the imperfect patterns of the natural world, while artificial comments on the accurate and industrially made technological materials. The use of these materials highlights the difference and the dynamic of these two worlds. The human impact, the choices we make about the materials we use and insert in our lives, build the world that surrounds us. Our everyday use of technology, either consciously or unconsciously, affects our view of our surroundings. The details that we pay attention to and the things that we ignore.

Artist Statement

Environ showcases our relationship towards our surroundings, with the creation of new organic and inorganic structures. Organic material refers to the imperfect patterns of the natural world. The synthetic ones refer to the accuracy of industrial materials. This combination comes together in the creation of a naturoid. Placing the audience in a strange, yet familiar space.

Keywords

nature

technology

surrounding

Subject

visual arts

Date Available

June 10, 2024

Type

Time-based media

Course

AR 4941 senior project II

Instructor

Nelson, Jennifer

Session

Time-based media & Theatre arts

Location

Library Cafe

Event

Year 2024 | 8th Annual Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium