Time and Tide

A kinetic sculpture that moves with the tides and contemplates time

Time and Tide is a slow-moving, kinetic sculpture, harmonizing with the ebb and flow of the local ocean tides. It features a long metal tube, reminiscent of a majestic clock hand, that slowly sways back and forth with local tide date from the NOAA website. Suspended from the tube, a hook latches onto a string, delicately holding a lump of charcoal at its end. As the tube reaches the peak of high tide, the hook effortlessly disengages due to loss of friction, gracefully gliding down to the other side. This endless cycle repeats itself, intricately intertwined with the rhythm of the shifting tides. As each sequence unfolds, the charcoal leaves captivating marks on a canvas thoughtfully mounted beneath the art piece. Over time, an evocative infinity symbol emerges, a poignant tribute to the undeniable passage of time.