Rocio Graham | Between the Cosmos

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Rocio Graham, "Future Memories #1," 2019–2020

cyanotype made with seeds, 66 x 76.2 cm. Courtesy of the artist.

The celestial expanses of our universe have entranced humankind for millennia, alongside the profound complexities of biodiversity here on planet Earth. Curiosity has continuously fuelled a desire to understand the mysteries of life and our place in the cosmos. Over the centuries, exploration and investigation have brought forward many advances in science, mathematics, art and philosophy. Even with the knowledge we as a species have gathered, there is still much we cannot comprehend. It is here, within the context of a shared universal mystery, that this exhibition situates itself.

Between the Cosmos is a solo exhibition of 16 artworks by photographer and mixed media artist Rocio Graham. In this exhibition, Graham merges the natural magic of native-Alberta seeds with that of cyanotype paper to create her very own galaxies and star systems for the audience to gaze upon. With a keen eye for detail, respect for the unexpected, and a determination to bring her artistic vision to life, Graham has generated a unique series of works that spark creativity and curiosity about the unknown.

As we navigate an extremely transitory world—we must adapt to accommodate new discoveries that challenge established facts and theories—Between the Cosmos invites audiences to become comfortable in curiosity, over fear of the unfamiliar. Whether we are gazing into a vast prairie night sky or planting a small seed and watching it grow, there comes an acknowledgment that the absolutes of science cannot yet provide a complete explanation of the cosmos or the microcosms of Earth. The mysteries of the cosmos have much still to reveal.