Christine Spedding & Leigh Arnold: Strings Attached

This immersive showcase redefines String Art through luminous two and three dimensional works, activated by ultraviolet light. 

Christine and Leighboth bring neurodivergent perspectives to their practices, transforming mathematical concepts into a stimulating visual and spatial experience.  

Christine has always been fascinated with pattern and colour and has recently added string to that list. She now utilises string within her creative practice — from intricate works to large-scale installations. 

Leigh, a prolific local and international artist, inspired by string theory (unrelated!) and quantum physics, reimagines his hand-drawn mathematical artworks as three-dimensional structures.  

Together, Christine and Leigh replace pen with thread, canvas with timber, and equations with radiant, laser-like geometries. 

By using string to connect a series of points on opposing planes, these connections, governed by mathematical principles, transform into complex, visually stunning designs. The exhibition uses ultraviolet lighting (black light) to highlight the lines and forms made by the strings and cast shadows that morph as viewers move through the space.  

The gallery will be open through to 6pm on Thursdays during this show to take advantage of the lower natural light, which intensifies the works.