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 Space+Art

I enjoyed learning about the strong connection between space and art in this weeks content.  I was able to gain a better understanding on how art and space influence one another. "Art can show the beauty, mystery, and awe of space in a way that goes well with scientific data and images."(Brunswick 2023).

Exploring the solar system through space art

I was in awe reading about the KSEVT. “More than just a building, which in itself is a gigantic work of conceptual art. It is a unique institution dedicated to the culturalization of the universe.”(Lechner 2012). The building was built to "initiate and facilitate space culturalization research and development activities"(Museums of the World). The KSEVT artists concentrated on using their creativity to artistically interpret challenging space scientific subjects. This building's artistic figure aids in the comprehension and visualization of abstract scientific concepts. 

Herman Potočnik Noordung Center of Space Technologies - Wikipedia

BaPSF at UCLA is a "US national collaborative research facility for fundamental plasma physics"(BaPSF). It helps to bring science and art together by enabling research and visualizations of plasma activity. "The Art of Plasma is a unique and invaluable contribution to the future development of this art form"(Strattman). With resources like the BaPSF, space and art are able to connect. 

Art of Plasma by Wayne Strattman


Works Cited

Art of plasma by Wayne Strattman (no date) Museum of Neon Art. Available at: https://store.neonmona.org/products/art-of-plasma-by-wayne-strattman (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Brunswick, S. (2023) Space and art -- how do art and science work together?, LinkedIn. Available at: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/space-art-how-do-science-work-together-shelli-brunswick#:~:text=Art%20and%20science%20have%20a,exploration%20with%20a%20wider%20audience. (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Building (no date) KSEVT. Available at: https://www.ksevt.eu/about (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Cultural Centre of European Space technologies/ KSEVT (no date) Museums - The World Museums Network. Available at: https://museu.ms/museum/details/16273/cultural-centre-of-european-space-technologies-ksevt (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Ltd., W. (no date) BAPSF, BaPSF. Available at: https://plasma.physics.ucla.edu/ (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 


Images Cited

Art of plasma by Wayne Strattman (no date) Museum of Neon Art. Available at: https://store.neonmona.org/products/art-of-plasma-by-wayne-strattman (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Hartmann, W.K. (2023) Exploring the solar system through space art, Astronomy Magazine. Available at: https://www.astronomy.com/science/exploring-the-solar-system-through-space-art/ (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Herman Potočnik Noordung center of space technologies (2024) Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herman_Poto%C4%8Dnik_Noordung_Center_of_Space_Technologies (Accessed: 31 May 2024). 

Comments

  1. Jessica SoanJune 2, 2024 at 10:08 PM

    Hey Emon! I really enjoyed reading your post about the KSEVT and BaPSF. It's amazing to discover how these institutions serve as meeting points between science and art, offering new perspectives and avenues for exploration. Learning about the KSEVT's approach to using art to interpret complex scientific concepts has deepened my appreciation for the creative potential within scientific exploration. Similarly, the Art of Plasma initiative at BaPSF has expanded my understanding of how visual expression can enhance our comprehension of scientific phenomena, particularly in the realm of plasma physics. Reflecting on these projects has not only expanded my understanding of this week's topic but also sparked a newfound curiosity to delve deeper into the intersection of science and art. Thanks for sharing your insights!

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