Vincent Leroy's "Eccentric Lenses" installation offers new perspectives on Bali's landscape
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Artist Vincent Leroy has installed "Eccentric Lenses" in the hills of Munduk, Bali. This kinetic art piece features Fresnel lenses mounted on posts that spin on off-center axes, constantly re-arranging the views of Bali's rice fields, volcanic peaks, and clouds as the wind moves them. The installation uses optics and weather without motors or apps, creating unpredictable and ever-changing visual experiences. Leroy's work aims to reintroduce viewers to the landscape, offering fresh perspectives on familiar sights rather than competing with them. The piece highlights the beauty of unpredictability in outdoor art, allowing the natural environment to continuously edit the visual composition.
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