Artist’s Statement:

Audio Clip:

Audio can be used to accentuate vision, giving more depth and symbolism to what we see. This song, Busy – Grenn, accomplishes that with mere effortlessness. The song has a chill sound to it, using a very happy, vibrant, and major chord progression in a piano-like dynamic that can spark tranquility and joy in anyone who views it. The audio, when put next to my mosaic, can reinforce my artist statement through how the calmness and sentimentality of the song can bring the viewer back to a childlike time, one where productivity was not nearly as important, not as much as exploration of a new world was to a child before it enters a more mature state. The calm and vibrant feel made by the combination of this song and my mosaic were inspired by the Van Gogh Immersive Exhibit. A mosaic was projected on the floor, one with usage of very bright and joyful colors that tie in to this jubilant and recollective theme, one that could bring people to a smile as they remind themselves of the pure joy they once felt when they were younger.

Some questions I had for other participants:

– Did the trip to the Van Gogh Immersive Experience give you any ideas for the creation of your mosaic?
– Were you guys familiar with your song and knew that it would fit your theme? Or did you try to discover something new?
– I found the work of creating my mosaic to be rather peaceful and enjoyable, how did you feel while making yours?