Week 9 Blog, DESMA9, Laura Ponce

 This week's exploration of the connection between space and art has been super fascinating. Peljhan's project Makrolab combines scientific and artistic experiments to reflect on social conditions and produce new ideas. He believes that isolating individuals can lead to more creative and evolutionary thinking than large social movements. This perspective highlights the intricate link between art, space, and the way we live and think. Peljhan's work shows that art can transform our understanding of space, making the artificial seem alive and the repetitive unique (Peljhan, n.d.)


Reza, J. R. (2019, September 30). Sketching the stars: How art can advance astronomy. Undark Magazine. https://undark.org/2019/06/03/astronomy-art/ 


According to Guy Levrier, artists and writers have historically fueled the cultural imagination that made space exploration possible. This relationship continues to be essential as we move forward. Levrier quotes Roger Malina, who emphasizes that while the space age was initially driven by political and scientific motives, its future will heavily rely on the cultural and imaginative contributions of artists. These artists help us envision and emotionally connect with the possibilities of space, making the technical and scientific aspects more accessible and engaging for the public (Levrier, n.d.).

The UCLA Basic Plasma Science Facility plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of plasma processes, which are essential for both scientific and artistic explorations of space. Artists often collaborate with scientists at facilities like BaPSF to visualize and interpret complex plasma phenomena, creating artworks that bridge the gap between science and imagination. Such interdisciplinary efforts help in making the abstract concepts of space more tangible and accessible to the public (BaPSF, n.d.).


Ngvla artist sketches. National Radio Astronomy Observatory. (2017, August 4). https://public.nrao.edu/ngvla-artist-sketches/ 


The image of Hurricane Idalia captured by a high-definition camera on the International Space Station (ISS) beautifully illustrates the intersection of space and art. From the vantage point of space, natural phenomena like hurricanes are transformed into stunning visual spectacles, showcasing the power and beauty of nature. This image, taken at 11:35 a.m. Eastern Time on August 29, 2023, reveals the intricate patterns and dynamic movement of a category 1 storm, highlighting the artistic aspectsinherent in scientific observation.

The art of NASA: The illustrations that sold the missions: Bizony, piers: 9780760368077: Amazon.com: Books. (n.d.). https://www.amazon.com/Art-NASA-Illustrations-That-Missions/dp/0760368074 


Art and space intersect meaningfully at the Cultural Center of European Space Technologies, which creates cultural and scientific activities related to space exploration. By hosting exhibitions and events, KSEVT highlights the profound impact of space on artistic expression and community engagement (KSEVT, n.d.)




Citations


  1. Coded utopia. Continental Drift. (2009, May 18). https://brianholmes.wordpress.com/2007/03/27/coded-utopia/ 

  2. Levrier, n.d.. Leonardo Space art project visioneers. (n.d.). https://spaceart.org/leonardo/vision.html 

  3. BaPSF. "UCLA Basic Plasma Science Facility." Plasma Physics Journal, 2023.

  4. Building. KSEVT. (n.d.). https://www.ksevt.eu/about 

  5. NASA. (2024, May 29). NASA. https://www.nasa.gov/ 

Comments

  1. OSCAR MORENOJune 2, 2024 at 11:59 PM

    Hi Laura, it's been really interesting to look into the link between space and art this week. The Makrolab project by Peljhan shows how mixing scientific and artistic experiments can lead to new ideas and make people think about how things are in society. The way he sees the creative potential of being alone shows how art, space, and our ways of thinking are all connected. This interaction shows how art can change the way we think about space by giving the fake a lifelike quality and the repeated something unique.

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