Art viewers are invited to delve into the art of Japanese garden making and its modernity during "Wave Garden/El Paradiso", which is running at Gallery Ver until Sept 21.
Based on his previous project, "Reimagining Japanese Zen Garden With Wave Simulation", which sought to democratise the boundary of experiencing the Zen garden in virtual format with computer simulation, Eiji Sumi continues to forge a harmonious synergy between the realms of art and science.
Through his evolving practice of art and science, he endeavours to develop the new form of Japanese Zen gardens where the coalescence of nature and man and man's ingenuity creates a sanctuary of profound mindfulness.
The new project dissects the mechanics underlying wave generation, delving into the scientific nuances of artificial wave formation inherent in the rhythmic motion of waves. His exploration transcends the intangible realm of mindfulness and the meditative cadence intrinsic to the undulating waves from birth to death through its wave formation.
The artist explores the auditory dimension of water and its perception, where the melodic symphony of water holds untapped potential for hydrotherapeutic meditation, employing the reconstructions of the ancient Japanese water bell system called suikinkutsu.
In this confluence of disciplines and dimensions, his work charts a trajectory towards an artful oasis where the co-existence of nature and artificiality transcends contemplation in harmony.
Sumi is a Japanese artist based in Bangkok who has been engaging in art-science practices with keen sensitivity to social issues. He uses his mixed media approaches to research materials contextualising various forms and ideas.
Gallery Ver is on Narathiwat Ratchanakharin 22 and opens Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 6pm.
Visit facebook.com/galleryver or call 02-120-6098.
