29th August 2007

Liquid crystals are a unique state of matter that all life forms depend upon for their existence. DNA for example readily forms liquid crystals when added to water. To most however, liquid crystals are commonly found in modern flat screen TVs, laptop computers, mobile telephones, watches and calculators etc.

Looking at liquid crystals through a microscope reveals their beautiful patterns, called textures. The textures often dance and move, appearing alive. Scientists have been fascinated and captured by their beauty long before they were able to use cameras attached to microscopes to capture the images.

As part of the BA Festival of Science, three artists, Professor John Goodby, Dr Stephen Cowling and Miss Eve Goodby have used different media to either capture liquid crystal textures, use liquid crystal textures to create modern art impressions or use liquid crystal transitions to create textural movies. The collection will be displayed inside York Minster for 1 week from 9th September to 15th September.

In addition to texture videos being shown in York Minster, a film of liquid crystals will also be shown prior to the al fresco film events in the evening.

Author: Stephen Cowling

Related Links

Liquid Crystal Art Website
BA Festival of Science Homepage

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