lumenWorks:
All glass is an optic. It transmits differently than it absorbs. These glass samples are part of an ongoing research and development project. The glass is a combination of ribbed and textured float glass with dichroic coatings that alter the direction and color of the light. The process creates an architectural glass that acts as an optic of light, color, and time.
4140:
Mirror Obscura: When light hits a mirrored surface its reflection is always the reverse angle of the incoming rays. This project follows this phenomenon by creating a moving drawing of the sun. At any given time our location to the sun can be seen.
Pinhole Diazo Camera: This is the most primative form of recording light. Using diazo [blueprint] paper and fedx boxes, prints are developed that describe the path of the sun.
Fulton/Church Shadow Study: [prepared for Eli Attia Architects] This study was presented to the Landmarks Commission for a new building downtown. A 1:1000 scale model, calibrated sun dial, and diazo mylar where exposed to the sun and sky at multiple times not only to show the shape and path but also its nature.
glassGlyphys: Designed for the grounds of a private residence along the Hudson River this sun clock/calendar charts three solar events: Solar Noon, the Summer Solstice sunset, and the Winter Solstice sunset.