Molecular
Definition
This term refers to artworks that engage with themes of molecular biology, chemistry, or the microscopic world, often exploring the structures, patterns, and processes that occur at a molecular level, a theme that has been increasingly prominent in contemporary art as artists collaborate with scientists to explore the intersections of art and science.
History
The exploration of molecular structures and processes in art has become more prominent in the contemporary period, particularly as advances in science and technology have allowed artists to engage with the microscopic world in new ways. Artists like Damien Hirst and Julian Voss-Andreae use their work to explore the connections between art, science, and the fundamental structures of life, often creating works that reflect the complexity and beauty of molecular forms.
Notable Examples
Damien Hirst
The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living, 1991
Julian Voss-Andreae
Protein Structure, 2008
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Damien Hirst, whose works often engage with themes of life, death, and the biological processes that underpin existence, and Julian Voss-Andreae, a sculptor and former physicist whose works often take inspiration from molecular structures, such as proteins, to explore the relationship between art and science.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of various media, including sculpture, installation, digital art, and mixed media, often with a focus on the representation of molecular forms and processes. Artists may collaborate with scientists, use advanced imaging techniques, or create abstract representations of molecular structures, often exploring the aesthetic and conceptual possibilities of the microscopic world. The resulting works often challenge viewers to think about the connections between art and science, the visible and the invisible, and the fundamental building blocks of life.
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