Judith Schaechter's 'Super/Natural' is an immersive stained glass art installation that invites viewers into a dome-shaped structure filled with vibrant representations of nature, life, and death. On display at the James A. Michener Art Museum, the installation’s visual depth and intricate designs inspire feelings of awe and introspection regarding humanity's connection with the cosmos. Viewing the piece is likened to an experience of radiance, echoing insights from medieval architects. Schaechter’s work merges beauty with elements of the uncanny, revealing life's complexity and the cycle of existence.
Radiance has a profound effect on human beings—something that medieval architects and glass artisans understood centuries ago. It's hard not to feel a sense of awe when you enter the dome.
You are surrounded by a riot of plants, insects, birds, and even skeletons and bones. It represents both the glorious abundance of life and its interconnectedness with death and decay.
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