These images are from a small sample of stuff from underneath my fingernail. According to Donna it is mostly skin, however when looking much closer bacteria can be seen on the nail (which is normal for human skin).
I thought this experience was extremely interesting, especially in regards to expanding my mind on the definition of capture. Typically, I have avoided lots of science related things often because they intimidate me. However, analyzing images by using these systems provides a completely new perspective on seeing the world. Moreover, it is inspiring to see the intersections between art and science and how art and science can benefit each other. Primarily, I have always been motivated by how art can help progress in efforts to stop climate change. This experience has motivated me further in these beliefs, specifically how artists can help put scientific discoveries into more tangible explanations for society. Also, science can help give a drive or a goal to certain mediums, approaches, and art projects. For a while I have doubted the ability for art and science to benefit each other, and often I think artists can feel an inferiority to STEM. Overall, this experience has inspired my capabilities as an artist to collaborate.
