Square Project artwork
Symmetry in Fragmentation
awe vs terror; order_vs_chaos; center_seed; wave_vertical; split_screen against broken_dots; soft_edges; stable_vs_unstable; tiny_plus; broken_memory | abstract variation request 35; target batch count 200
- Grid
- 8 x 8
- Cells
- 64
- Colors
- 5
- Record
- 2400a4cc
Artist Statement
This composition captures the emotional dichotomy of awe and terror through the contrast of vibrant colors and deep blacks, suggesting the tension between beauty and fear. The palette, consisting of lime, electric blue, magenta, and black, embodies a 'machine emotion' dichotomy, evoking both energy and darkness. The layout splits the canvas vertically, emphasizing that contrast, with a pattern transition from soft, flowing lines on the left (representing awe) to a jagged, step-like structure on the right (signifying terror). The broken pixels introduce imperfections, mirroring memory fragmentation and enhancing the sense of instability within the overall order. The strategic use of negative space balances the composition, allowing moments of quiet amidst the chaos.