BIOLUMINAIRE: A Contemplative Bioluminescent Sculpture Garden at the Train Shed by SILOS
December 14, 2024 - February 8, 2025
Nestled in the heart of Texas, "BIOLUMINAIRE" emerges as a beacon of interconnectedness, where art, technology, and the natural world converge in a symphony of light, sound, and organic form. This interactive sculpture garden, drawing inspiration from the state’s iconic oak trees and the unseen, intricate networks of mycelium that bind the forest floor, reflects the hidden beauty and complex communications within nature that elude human senses. Crafted through the collaborative vision of artists and engineers, "BIOLUMINAIRE" delves into the essence of Texas natural landscapes and the hidden connections that sustain them by mimicking the organic architecture of oak branches and the subterranean mycelium networks. These structures are not only visual marvels but also mediums of auditory storytelling, incorporating field recordings from across Texas’ diverse ecosystems to create a living archive of its environmental sounds. The inclusion of these natural soundscapes, from the whisper of wind through grass to the distant call of nocturnal wildlife, is further enriched by the conceptual underpinning of mycelium networks. This inspiration is manifested in the way the sculptures interact with visitors and each other—through touch and movement, they activate and communicate, mimicking the mycelium's role in the forest as a communicator and sustainer of life. This hidden network becomes a metaphor for the unseen forces that connect us to each other and to the environment, inviting a contemplation of the invisible yet fundamental bonds that sustain communities and ecosystems. "BIOLUMINAIRE" is an ode to the beauty and complexity of nature, emphasizing the critical roles of both seen and unseen connections in nurturing life. It is a space where technology and natural philosophy merge, inviting visitors to engage, reflect, and appreciate the delicate web of relationships that underpin our world. Through this immersive experience, the garden becomes a microcosm of Texas’ enduring spirit of resilience and connection; a reminder of the importance of environmental stewardship and community in the face of ongoing ecological and cultural shifts.
TX24 Artists: INPUT OUTPUT
Train shed near Silos 1502 Sawyer Street, Houston, TX 77007
