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Enlightenment: The Art of Science. Free exhibition launches today
08 March 2010
A free arts exhibition inspired by scientific research being conducted in Scotland launches today (Monday 8 March) at the dovecot studios in Edinburgh.
The exhibition, called ENLIGHTENMENT, has been developed by Moredun Research Institute, an animal health research institute based in Edinburgh, and features a creative mix of arts and science images by Scottish photographer David McIntyre. The exhibition showcases the work of the research institutes forming the knowledgescotland partnership, funded by the Scottish Government.
Mr McIntyre spent time with researchers throughout Scotland discussing their research before using the medium of photography to create graphic and abstract images inspired by the science. There are 30 images being displayed in the exhibition with accompanying text and it is hoped that the images will draw people to the caption to find out more about the science that inspired the image.
David McIntyre was delighted to be involved with this project. He commented: "I wanted to produce images that would act as signifiers to the stories behind the research. Some images are quite abstract in nature and show multilayered themes, while others involve a single bold concept. All are related to the scientific story that inspired them and I hope they may invite curiosity, provoke interest and lend themselves to imaginative interpretation."
Dr Elisabeth Innes, Director of Communication at Moredun Research Institute co-ordinated this project. She said: "Science can help us find solutions to many of the major issues we currently face including climate change, developing sustainable energy sources and combating infectious disease. It is really important that as many people as possible engage in how we can use science to improve the quality of our lives and others around the world. We hope that this exhibition will spark curiosity and debate about scientific discovery and its relevance to our everyday lives."
Environment Minister Roseanna Cunningham said: "Science contributes a huge amount to our environment, health and society but not everyone is aware of its impact on our everyday lives. This project is a creative way of bringing science to the public and I hope the exhibition will be thought-provoking and raise awareness of the high calibre research being carried out by Scottish scientists and supported by Government."
ENLIGHTENMENT will be on display at the dovecot studios between 9th and 27th March. The gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am-5.30pm and admission is free. After exhibiting at the dovecot studios ENLIGHTENMENT will be on display at the Royal Botanic Gardens of Edinburgh and various other venues throughout Scotland. For further information visit the enlightenment website - www.moredun.org.uk/enlightenment.
For further information contact Lee Innes, Communications Director, Moredun Research Institute T: 0131 445 5111, E: lee.innes@moredun.ac.uk.
