Infinite Regression | Session Jun. 2018

This artwork evokes the ideas of Georg Cantor’s concept of infinite sets and Zeno’s paradox, where an infinite number of moments are condensed into a singular point. The images also nod to Immanuel Kant’s notion of the “noumenal” world, where our experiences are filtered through the lens of human perception.

The artwork suggests that our understanding of time and space is relative and that the universe may be governed by an underlying structure of infinite regression. It invites the viewer to contemplate the nature of reality and the limitations of their own perception.

Title: “Infinite Regression”

Description: The artworkS, “Infinite Regression,” is a series of digital illustrations created using blender, inkscape, Gimp and Darktable software. The composition features:

• Four separate images, each representing a different perspective on the concept of infinite regression.
• A minimalist color palette inspired by Sol LeWitt’s use of geometric forms and Josef Albers‘ exploration of color relationships.
  Intricate details and textures created using inkscape’s vector tools and gimp’s layering and blending capabilities.

The images’ simplicity, geometric shapes, and deliberate composition invite the viewer to engage with the philosophical ideas presented. The artwork’s overall tone is contemplative, urging the viewer to reflect on their own understanding of time and space.

References:

• Georg Cantor: “Grundlagen einer allgemeinen Mannigfaltigkeitslehre” (1883)
• Zeno’s paradox: “The Paradoxes” (5th century BCE)
• Immanuel Kant: “Critique of Pure Reason” (1781)

Software: Blender + Gimp + Darktable.

Author: Marco Antonio P.R.

Date: 20 Jun. 2020.

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