The Elegant Universe
Mercedes Nunez
The Elegant Universe consisting of oil paintings on both canvas and wood panels, represents a selective view within the vast splendor of the known universe. The visual narrative combines science and myth, scientific data with lore to create an emblematic interaction between the science of space, the space of science, and human inquiry. The paintings are symbolic of the power and mysteries of space, indicative of all that is known and all that is yet to be.
Acknowledgement: My greatest gratitude to Dr. Dana Mohler-Faria, President, Bridgewater State University, Dr. Miguel Gomes, Vice-President Administration and Finance, Ms. Karen Jason, Associate Vice President for Facilities Management and Planning, and Dr. Brenda Molife, President’s Chief of Staff whose collective vision, effort, encouragement, and continuous support made possible THE ELEGANT UNIVERSE site-specific project for the Atrium, Bartlett School of Science and Mathematics.
A catalog is available for this installation.