Sonic Network Series 2006-2023

SONIC NETWORK SERIES

2006-2023

Sonic Network represents John Aslanidis’ ongoing exploration into the visualisation of sound in art. Combining intuition with scientific precision, Aslanidis renders sonic waves with rhythmically interpenetrating concentric lines. His complex patterns and carefully selected colours are experienced like musical scores that emanate sound and vibration.

In the early 1990’s Aslanidis created his own visual formula which functions in the same way as a mathematical algorithm. He intuitively positions sets of axis points on the canvas and then maps out radial lines from their centre. Where these lines overlap and intersect, Moiré wave patterns are created, giving a striking perceptual shimmer. His choice and sequencing of colours also contribute to the effect of a visual ‘pulse’.

While closely aligned with music, Aslanidis’ also references science. His generative visual formula resembles self-structuring processes in nature, from cell division to exploding stars. Aslanidis describes his paintings as ‘fragments of infinity’ in that they suggest an ever expanding field beyond the edge of the canvas.