Laufer Center - Quest by Bill Barrett

Physical science describes the interaction of matter and energy.  This sculpture represents the interface between physical and biological nature.  At the center of the piece is a protein helix and beta strand.  The surrounding shapes are bits of matter that dance and mingle through the sculpture's central ribbon.  These shapes twist in motion; they move up, down, in front of, and behind the center strand.  When viewing the sculpture from different angles and sides, you will see a change in direction and speed.  The abstract shapes interact with one another and with the central ribbon in a completely new and invigorating way.  Seen on a larger scale, this effect will be all the more pronounced and dynamic, and the interplay between the forms - the energy they create simply by sharing space and being next to one another - results in continuously engaging and viewing experiences, with the overall result being the interactions of matter and energy, as articulated in sculptural form.