Homeless myths and Indigo cries black explore the perceived world of science and art through the use of analogue X-rays. These installations form a tribute to the Fukushima powerplant workers in Japan at the time of the meltdown following the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami in 2011. The Famous Fifty workers onsite, gave their lives to stem the meltdown of the reactors and to prevent a greater global disaster. Closely following the development of the conditions while working on an article on the cultural artifacts at the time of the disaster infused a powerful insight into the plight of the workers and their situation. This resulting piece places quiet respect on their heroic actions.

Applying multiple overlapping fans, an arc or field of transparent wings ascend into the darkness. The light streaming through punctured holes piercing the X-rays shine like small constellations onto the viewer passing below.

The folding fan (the sensu or ogi) has a strong cultural heritage historically used in multiple roles by both men and women in Japan. These fans, normally adorned with cranes, floral designs or landscapes act as a metaphor for long life. In the installation, the fans ironically reveal a collection of internal photographs of errors. These dark markings remain unobtrusive until the viewer looks up and realizes what is revealed.

Analogue X-rays, copper, filament, Plexiglas, plastic, aluminum, lighting

Installation 14 x 16 feet/variable