Kinetic Perspective

Best Time to See:

After Dark

Inspired by the Optical Art illusions of the 1960s, Kinetic Perspective takes a simple piece as its starting point: an ever-spinning circle moving outwards and its illusory effect.

A row of eighteen illusions, each composed of two circles spinning in sync, gives the impression of a vanishing point at the eye level of visitors. Invited to actively participate and observe, the audience must move around to uncover the patterns, glimmers and distortion, in which a hidden geometry will be revealed.

Location:

Blue Bridge, Grand Rapids, MI, USA

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Artist Name:

Juan Fuentes Studio

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Artist Statement:

Inspired by the Optical Art illusions of the 1960s, Kinetic Perspective takes a simple piece as its starting point: an ever-spinning circle moving outwards and its illusory effect. In this way, the artist creates an abstract, immersive geometric shape, playing with the perspective of visitors by giving the impression of movement.

A row of eighteen illusions, each composed of two circles spinning in sync, gives the impression of a vanishing point at the eye level of visitors. Invited to actively participate and observe, the audience must move around to uncover the patterns, glimmers and distortion, in which a hidden geometry will be revealed.

Artist Bio

Juan Fuentes is an artist and lighting designer with a background in architecture, specializing in lighting and digital manufacturing. His multidisciplinary training allows him to seamlessly blend design and technology in his artistic projects.

Fuentes’ work focuses on perception and geometry, creating immersive experiences that blur the boundaries between the real and the virtual. Drawing inspiration from nature, he explores biomimicry to shape his designs, using the natural world as a foundation for his innovative concepts.

In recent years, Fuentes has showcased his work at Light Art exhibitions across the globe, including in cities such as Madrid, Vitoria, Brussels, Vilnius, the Netherlands, Leeds, Liverpool, Morecambe, and Sydney. In 2021, he was honored with the prestigious 40under40 award, recognizing him as one of the top 40 lighting designers worldwide.