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Meri Ekola: Infinity

In Infinity the illuminated shape is duplicated by the water reflection.

We humans are trapped in an endless loop of continuous need for growth. We strive to expand in every way without awareness of the destruction we create. In the work Infinity, two curved illuminated shapes form two arcs that are duplicated by a reflection on water and a full image is created, a symmetrical figure of two rounds tight together. This sign ∞  is a mathematical symbol representing the concept of infinity. When the water is still, the shapes on the water surface are repeated as a perfect mirror picture, but as soon as a small wind blows and waves come, the image is distorted. Like this image, our existence is only the result of appropriate circumstances. Something so fragile is impossible to preserve forever. The harmony we are constantly longing for remains a utopia. 

Lighting designer and artist focused on site-sensitive installations.

Information

Artwork finished in: 2021

Which kind of light sources and what other materials and equipment are used? Linear Led light, aluminium structure and a floater.

Please provide the dimensions of the work. Approximate size will do. Please mention if the work can be adjusted. (width-height-depth): 5000 x 1000 x 1000 mm

Electricity consumption: Standard mains current (10A/16A).

Does the artwork use sound? No sound.

Support and other structures: The work needs support structures, hanging points, or similar.

Please state which structures, hardware or other equipment is needed from the client: Anchor points in the water.

Minimum height of the space: --

Minimum square meters of the space: --

Requirements for the space: darkness, temperature, colouring (light / dark / specific colour / other) etc.: Water.

Building time and people required (estimate): 2 x 8h 2 persons.

Artist's presence: Artist or their representative must be present during building.

Seen before at: Arvika Ljus 2021