How the Light Gets in: The Atom and the Organism, Artistic Reflections on the Complementarity of Being

Abstract

EXHIBITION ABSTRACT Humanity has long sought to understand itself by looking outward at the universe, inward at existence’s building blocks, and beyond comprehension toward consciousness. Existentialist philosophy deeply resonates with me, as it emphasizes finding meaning within individual experiences in an indifferent world. This perspective offers solace, placing the responsibility to create meaning on me. How the Light Gets In invites introspection on our embodied existence and connections to the world. Through interactive, immersive installations that challenge typical rules and expectations of the white cube gallery, the work encourages investigation, reflection, and play while pausing to consider broader dimensions of being. By navigating scale—from the vastness of space to the minuteness of particles—the pieces provoke shifts in perception, eliciting responses ranging from awe to intimacy. This body of work aims to inspire a deeper understanding of our relational existence, fostering a space for meaning-making in the everyday.