Surfing the Cosmos: Energy and Environment

Surfing the Cosmos is a book that combines photographs and text to explore the contrast between high-energy physics at CERN and the low-energy environment of Rio de Janeiro's slums. It features beautiful drawings made in space by humans, inspired by the graffiti in Rio and the chalkboards at CERN, and reflects the human energy and creativity of both communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2023
Publisher: Glitterati Inc

Surfing the Cosmos is a captivating book that combines stunning photographs with insightful text to explore the contrasting energy dynamics between the slums of Rio de Janeiro and the cutting-edge physics research conducted at CERN. Within this visual narrative, the author delves into the origins of the universe and the fundamental building blocks of matter, examining them through the lens of high-tech physics.

What sets this book apart is the inclusion of unplanned, yet beautiful, drawings created by humans in space, using electrical wires. These drawings, whether originating from the bustling favelas or the esteemed CERN, capture the imagination and inspire a series of artworks and photographs showcased within the book.

The human energy of the favela is not lost in the comparison, as the author highlights a specific contrast between the graffiti in Rio and the chalkboards at CERN. Both are viewed as works of art and sources of inspiration for the authors creative response. Through examples such as paintings, fashion scarves, handmade rugs from Nepal, bamboo cotton face masks, surfboards (chalkboards), and skatedecks, the author demonstrates how these seemingly disparate elements have influenced his previous works.

Surfing the Cosmos serves as a testament to the boundless creativity and resilience of human beings, regardless of their circumstances. It encourages us to look beyond the surface and recognize the beauty and potential that can be found even in the most unlikely places. Through its captivating images and thought-provoking text, this book invites us to explore the cosmos and our place within it, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Dimension: 279 x 228 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780996293013