Sculpture and Installation
gichi-ginebigoog gaye binesiwag
Multichannel Sound Installation with Wall Treatments and Projected Video, 12-minute Loop.
gichi-ginebigoog gaye binesiwag is an installation that weaves a narrative, spoken by Bomgiizhik (Isaac Murdoch), about serpents and thunderbirds with the enigmatic sounds of the underwater world captured with individually calibrated hydrophones and wide frequency waterborne-sound transducers in Lake Superior and Gunflint Lake.
Resonant Silence
With Ojibwe underwater beings in mind, and their deep connection to the sonic environment of water, I am creating a series of sculptural frequency diffusers made from carved and stained wood blocks. These diffusers are arranged in carefully designed patterns that cancel or diffuse specific frequencies of sound, transforming disruptive noise into a more harmonious acoustic experience. Drawing inspiration from the natural resonance of both water and wood, the patterns are designed to interact with sound in ways that promote clarity and balance. Conceptually, the project explores the nature of "noise"—how it can overwhelm our senses, cloud communication, and distort our connection to the world around us. By referencing the sonic worlds of the Ojibwe beings, I aim to reimagine how we engage with sound, creating a dialogue between material, space, and auditory perception.
In Progress
Silent Resonance
This project is an ongoing exploration of form, sound, and space, featuring a series of small-scale serpent sculptures currently in development. Crafted from clay, these serpents will eventually be finished in a rich, black matte glaze, with copper eyes that evoke a sense of depth and mystery. While these smaller models are sculptural in nature, they serve as prototypes for a larger-scale vision—ground sculptures ranging from 8 to 15 feet in length. These larger works will become part of a sound installation, where the serpents interact with ambient underwater vibrations in a minimalist room designed with dark grey walls and carefully treated color elements. The soundscape will evoke the subtle, otherworldly frequencies of underwater life, creating a space where the tactile presence of the serpents meets the fluidity of sound, immersing the viewer in a meditative, sensory experience. The images here represent a snapshot of the process, as the work continues to evolve toward its final form.
In Progress
