In the collaborative project "Shine Through Mars" (2023), I joined forces with three peers to create an illuminating and interactive art installation for the Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy. This innovative project aimed to artistically portray, via data of dust particles, the variations in light reaching the Martian surface across different seasons.
"Shine Through Mars" is an artistic creation, where science meets creativity.Crafted from wood, LED lights, and plexiglass, this interactive installation comprises a captivating light box with four windows, each representing a distinct Martian season. Viewers can actively engage by sliding the lights, illuminating individual windows. Within these windows, meticulously curated data of dust particles in Mars' atmosphere is visually transformed, mirroring the unique light patterns of each season.
The interplay of art and scientific data not only illuminates the Martian atmosphere but also captures the imagination, offering viewers a mesmerizing glimpse into the intriguing and ever-changing nature of our neighboring planet.Through this harmonious fusion of artistry and science, "Shine ThroughMars" stands as a testament to the boundless possibilities of creative exploration in the realm of space science.
