Divided Together

Divided Together explores the unseen connections between time, energy and matter, focusing particularly on how cellular entities, once separated from their host bodies, maintain deep ties to their origin. This two-part piece challenges the notion of individual identity and separation, showing that cells, even detached, retain memories, genetic imprints, and symbolic significance beyond their previous biological roles.

Viewed through an art-science lens, the work encourages reflection on interconnectedness that transcends human-centric views. Each isolated fragment speaks to a shared web of life, blurring the boundaries between autonomy and unity, life and death, and highlighting the continuous process of becoming that links all living matter.

PROJECT DETAILS:

Svenja Kratz, Divided Together, 2016. Mixed Media: LED lights, laser engraved acrylic, clay, acrylic. Series of Two. 1005 x 550 x 50mm; 550 x 550 x 50mm.