Franziska Schenk is a contemporary artist concerned with the complex interrelationship between us and the natural world. Here you can view her work and learn about her methods. Click on an image below to begin.

Talks

15 Sept 10
The Art and Science of Iridescence, public lecture, Birmingham City University, School of Art, Margaret Street, 17:30 - 18:30
17 Sept 10
The Art and Science of Iridescence, public lecture, University of Birmingham, Barber Institute of Fine Arts, (formed part of the 'Local Innovations with Global Impact' event), 14:00 - 16:00.
18 Sept 10
Meet the Artist, guided tour, Birmingham City University, School of Art, Margaret Street, 14:00 - 14:30
19 Sept 10
Meet the Artist, guided tour, University of Birmingham, Rotunda, Aston Webb Building, 11:30 - 12:00
19 Sept 10
Meet the Artist, guided tour, Birmingham City University, School of Art, Margaret Street, 14:00 - 14:30

Featured Talk: The Art and Science of Iridescence - 15 Sept 2010

 

Presentation by artist and researcher Franziska Schenk

 

17 September 2010, 14.00 - 16.00

Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham

 

An Arts Council funded project, in collaboration with the University of Birmingham

 

Exclusive to nature for millions of years, the rainbow colours of iridescence best known in exotic birds and butterflies are only now being introduced to art. Having worked on adapting latest bio-inspired iridescent nanoparticles from their inception, the artist traces her efforts in overcoming the many inherent challenges. With iridescent insect eyespots as example, she demonstrates how Darwinian ideas can be explored to dramatic artistic effect.

 

In the process, this talk (and accompanying guided tour) furnishes participants with an increased understanding of the scientific and aesthetic principles governing iridescence.



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