My art project incorporates key concepts in science theorized by great minds. Some of those celebrated thinkers and scientists included in the creative piece are Aristotle, Newton and Einstein. The evolution of science which is emphasized in this course has been taken into consideration as I proceeded with the completion of the project.

The interpretations of order in the universe were the main focus for my artwork. I included the structure of the cosmos and the relationship between space and time as well as the origins of the universe. This theme describes my interest on how humans perceive their surroundings whether it is observable by the human eye or not depending on the circumstances. Such circumstances include funding for the scientific projects which we have seen with Eddington who proved Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity. There is also technological advancement which greatly influences science and the acceptance of proven theories which is another idea underlined in the movie Einstein and Eddington. The main question that might be idealized in the artwork is “what is the place of humankind in relation to the cosmos?” The representation of the cosmos adapting from a geocentric system to a heliocentric system is highlighted in the artwork. We can see that the planets and its relation to the sun have significantly shifted through time. The first three planets have a fixed position. However, this is not the case for the earth and the sun who exchange positions either being at the center or having an orbital trajectory. These changes not only impacted science but also the religious beliefs of a society where god has less influence in a scientist’s expedition to uncover universal laws which is the case of Einstein. Cosmological theories seen in the Aristotelian and Newtonian era have been highlighted in a way that there is a clear contrast between the two cosmos which can also symbolize the notion of quantum where nothing is continuous and new theories emerge from older ones. The artificial light represented by waves or particles and the speed of light are also key ideas that have been introduced in a way such that it follows a diagonal path and illustrates the division between the Aristotelian universe where everything has its place in the universe, Einstein’s universe being non absolute and Newtonian universe which is defined by a fixed absolute framework of space and time. In addition, Newton believed the universe was perfect which differs from Einstein’s definition of the universe being uncertain.

Moreover, Roman and Latin numerals are used to show the relation between space and time. Each number represents particles alongside wavelengths defining the structure of light. The numerals demonstrate universal ideas uniquely interpreted by distinct societies. In this case, numbers may be represented in different shapes and forms. However, mathematics is humanity’s universal truth where it is used for various calculation purposes one in particular the measurement of time.

Aristotle’s, Newton’s and Einstein’s concept of time is displayed in my artwork. The relation between time and space is unique for Newton since he believes that space does not have a shape but rather is absolute as well as time being absolute. In contradiction to Newton, Einstein’s theory has deduced with the help of Eddington that space is shaped by mass. This was proven by the change in the position of the stars during a total solar eclipse. Our sensory perception fails us and therefore, shouldn’t be taken into account in every scientific experiment. In the Aristotelian period, this notion would have been contradictory. The Aristotelian hourglass and the Newtonian universal clock illustrate time and its perception by the world. However, Einstein’s view on the perception of time is not absolute. In other words, time is not a fixed universal concept. This is shown in the creative piece where I display many clocks that not only have different shapes but also have many, fewer or less clock arms. Einstein believes that time flows differently depending on how fast one moves which goes against common sense. This is explained when time depends on how fast a person is moving and how does the fixed clock change. In the case of moving at the speed of light then time remains the same. This is Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity which is also highlighted in the artwork.

Another interesting concept such as Aristotle’s Platonic solids represents the key elements which are fundamental for natural order on the planet. There is the cube, the tetrahedron, the icosahedron, the octahedron and the dodecahedron, all respectively representing earth, fire, water, air and the fifth element. These solids illustrate the notion that things can be transformed where the number of sides of one solid added to those of another can produce the characteristics in the number of sides of another Platonic solid.

For future students, I think it is very important to start on the project early on when the art piece is assigned. This way there is more time for deliberation on what elements he or she would like to use in their creation and what will be their main focus whether it is cosmology, quantum theory, or theories in general by various scientists. Also besides time management, collecting, preparing and organizing materials that will be used will help the student in getting started with their project as quickly as possible. This is important in case if the chosen materials are not practical or functional. The selection of colors has a significant role in the art project in a sense that it will draw attention to particular illustrations depending on the brightness of the color and therefore, emphasizing the scientific idea related to the illustration.

As we have seen with the particle and wave duality of light, an observer influences whether light will take the form of a particle or wave. This notion can also be applied to how time, space and the universe is perceived by various observers. Whether time and space is absolute or not and whether the universe is represented by a geocentric or a heliocentric system, it all depends on the scientist who recalls the theories and tests their validity in the world of science.