Exhibition /  Petr Nikl + Ondřej Smeykal / Moaré
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Petr Nikl + Ondřej Smeykal / Moaré

Galerie Václava Špály Národní 30, Praha 1

According to Internet Wikipedia, the term moaré is an optical effect that results from overlapping or interference two regular rates.

Such a constellation usually results in subtle blanket visual structure with confusing spatial effect, whether in the form of stripes or circular patterns. Although he is moaré Generally perceived as a disturbing element, a kind of mistake, a problem, or at least imperfection, it is impressive in itself, so it is no exception that it arises intentionally and is used as a creative artistic principle or even a purpose aesthetic element, perhaps in the textile industry. It also has its parallel in the sound area. Here, for a change, it is about composing two close frequencies or a stroboscopic phenomenon. And just moaré It is also a key concept of a joint exhibition of Petr Nikl and Ondřej Smeykal.

Exhibition curator: Radek Wohlmuth