Aiman
#666562, 2024
oil on linen
95 x 165 cm
In a city like Singapore, where the synthesis of nature and urbanity is not merely a feature but a defining characteristic, biophilic design principles are meticulously employed, drawing from the...
In a city like Singapore, where the synthesis of nature and urbanity is not merely a feature but a defining characteristic, biophilic design principles are meticulously employed, drawing from the wisdom embedded in existing natural ecosystems. These designs, informed by the study of nature’s complex, interconnected systems, do more than simply imitate—they elevate the functionality of urban spaces, crafting environments that resonate with the efficiency, sustainability, and balance inherent in the natural world.
In a similar vein, the artworks #666562 and #555c5e engage deeply with the nuanced interplay between nature and the built environment, offering an exploration of how their synthesis reflects broader philosophical themes of embodiment and perception. Through the tactile process of cutting and reassembling fragments of natural imagery, these pieces do not merely
replicate but rather embody biophilic integration, a process that transcends simple accommodation of nature to deeply resonate with its principles and aesthetics. This approach evokes Merleau-Ponty’s concept of the ""lived body,"" where perception is rooted in an embodied engagement with the surrounding world, intertwining the physical and the philosophical in a dance of interrelation.
The interwoven landscapes—featuring nocturnal scenes and desert vistas—are further layered with rudimentary markings and handwritten reflections, each born from moments of profound stillness and solitude. These layers act as metaphors for the intricate process of learning from and interpreting the ecosystems of the natural world, mirroring the ways in which we navigate and regulate our internal emotional landscapes. Just as the study and replication of nature’s resilience and equilibrium inform the thriving of urban areas, these reflections suggest that only by understanding and harmonizing our internal ecosystems can we begin to shape new realities and ideals. In this interconnection lies the essence of the continuous evolution of perception as an embodied experience, where the flourishing of both the external and internal worlds is not just linked, but inseparable.
In a similar vein, the artworks #666562 and #555c5e engage deeply with the nuanced interplay between nature and the built environment, offering an exploration of how their synthesis reflects broader philosophical themes of embodiment and perception. Through the tactile process of cutting and reassembling fragments of natural imagery, these pieces do not merely
replicate but rather embody biophilic integration, a process that transcends simple accommodation of nature to deeply resonate with its principles and aesthetics. This approach evokes Merleau-Ponty’s concept of the ""lived body,"" where perception is rooted in an embodied engagement with the surrounding world, intertwining the physical and the philosophical in a dance of interrelation.
The interwoven landscapes—featuring nocturnal scenes and desert vistas—are further layered with rudimentary markings and handwritten reflections, each born from moments of profound stillness and solitude. These layers act as metaphors for the intricate process of learning from and interpreting the ecosystems of the natural world, mirroring the ways in which we navigate and regulate our internal emotional landscapes. Just as the study and replication of nature’s resilience and equilibrium inform the thriving of urban areas, these reflections suggest that only by understanding and harmonizing our internal ecosystems can we begin to shape new realities and ideals. In this interconnection lies the essence of the continuous evolution of perception as an embodied experience, where the flourishing of both the external and internal worlds is not just linked, but inseparable.
