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The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10 – Read More about The renovated and expanded Carrier Library opened its doors on August 3! Visit during our hours of operation and save the date for our celebration on September 10

“Traces and Detritus: Visual Echoes”

Posted August 31, 2017 in Exhibits

ON EXHIBIT NOW IN THE LITTLE GALLERY UNDERGROUND:  Traces and Detritus  by R. Mertens.   

“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” — Nikola Tesla

This exhibit is partially inspired by Ernst Chladni, the father of acoustics. In the 1th century, Chladni investigated a series of visual patterns generated from sound vibrations through a material. In the exhibit Mertens also explores the space around a technologies lifespan and when a society leaves behind a technological advancement. He also investigates the mystery and revelation possible in objects.

Mertens teaches in the School of Art, Design and Art History.