“In a triumph of art, science and architecture, Argentine artist Tomás Saraceno’s site-specific exhibit 14 Billions scales a Black Widow’s web up to magnificent proportions. Currently on display at Stockholm’s Bonniers Konsthall, 14 Billions is an extension of the work he showed at the 2009 Venice Biennale called ‘Galaxy Forming along Filaments, like Droplets along the Strands of a Spider’s Web.’

“The Frankfurt-based artist worked in collaboration with astrophysicists, architects, engineers and spider researchers to create a stimulating series of installations with 14 Billions as the focal point. A massive undertaking, the project took two years to complete with the black rope spanning 400 cubic meters, consuming much of Bonniers Konsthall main gallery.

“Saraceno’s work looks to scientific study which uses the imagery and structure of spider webs to map the origin and structure of the universe. Referencing these studies, the sculptural pieces explore the delicate balance between ourselves and the earth.” (source: Cool Hunting)

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This ceramic animation by Sam3 entitled “Nadadores” was filmed on the outskirts of Murcia, Spain.

June 2009 Valencia, Spain

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New works, installation, performance & memorabilia by Asteroid Head Art Club at Lawrence Arts Center.

Video shot, edited and sound tracked by Scott Stewart of Artstew Magazine

“It’s All Over Now – Summer Solstice” by Lee Piechocki, 15 x 20 inches, ink and acrylic on paper

posted by: Brent Carter

“For his installation in The Curve, Boursier-Mougenot creates a walk-though aviary for a flock of zebra finches, furnished with electric guitars and other musical instruments. As the birds go about their routine activities, perching on or feeding from the various pieces of equipment, they create a captivating, live soundscape.” (source: Barbican Art Centre)

Who knew zebra finches were so into no wave?

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French artist Baptiste Debombourg used 35,000 staples in the construction of his mural depicting Icarus falling which he entitled “Air Force One.” See more of Debombourg’s impressive installation work here and/or check out his site here.

source: today and tomorrow
posted by: Brent Carter