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Explore Blooms of Light, an enchanting augmented reality exhibition where the digital realm blossoms with the life and energy of the Garden. Each artwork is a radiant bloom, capturing the essence of growth and transformation, illuminating the unseen beauty of nature's cycles. Among these digital marvels, you'll also find images of art created in the Garden by artist-in-residence Kyle M. Epps, subtly weaving the physical and virtual worlds together. Discover the magic of Blooms of Light, where every virtual petal tells a story of nature's boundless vitality.

Light as energy
sustaining life
Pulses through us all.
Embrace the light.

Flourish like flowers under the
gentle touch of the sun.
Cultivate your inner glow.
Celebrate the light within.

As light sustains life,
So does your light.
As light sustains life,
So does your light.

Let your inner light shine!
As life thrives in people,
Brilliance shines bright.
In life blooms light.

In life blooms light.
In life blooms light.
In our life blooms light.
In our life, blooms light.
Bloomers • 1
Bloomers is a mesmerizing AR animation inspired by inner growth and transformation. This looping animation features figures grow their light within, gradually blooming vibrant flowers. Each person in the animation becomes a living vessel of energy, embodying the natural cycle of growth and renewal. As the flowers emerge and flourish, they symbolize the connection between inner vitality and the beauty that blossoms from it. Bloomers invites viewers to reflect on the light and potential within themselves, celebrating the continuous cycle of life and the brilliance that lies within us all.
Radiant Patterns explores the spectacle of a vibrant color spectrum of light moving as life's energy. This piece visualizes the journey of light through a dynamic display of colors, each radiating waves of energy that pulse with life. As the spectrum shifts and intertwines, it displays the flow of vitality and the unseen forces nurturing growth. Layers of pattern invite viewers to experience the transformative power of light. Through the interplay of colors and movement, the animation captures the essence of light and the life in its energy.
Painted Butterflies is an artistically crafted group of butterflies flutter gracefully among the garden's conservatory. Each butterfly is a moving work of art, its wings adorned with delicate brushstrokes that bring the beauty of nature and art together in harmony. As they dance through the air, their presence enhances the garden's tranquility, inviting viewers to pause and appreciate a world where technology and nature converge in a celebration of beauty and grace.
Painted Dragonflies sets digital dragonflies in the unique environment of a swamp garden, where they move gracefully among the wetlands. This display highlights the vital role dragonflies play in the ecosystem, emphasizing their resilience, adaptability, and their role in the delicate balance of nature. Placing this digital art in a swamp garden underscores the importance of these wetlands as habitats for diverse life forms. The dragonflies' movements bring attention to the beauty and significance of these often-overlooked spaces, encouraging viewers to appreciate and protect the natural world.
Earth. Ship. Home. is an enchanting animation featuring an earth ship and house that transitions seamlessly between land and water, transforming, then returning to its original form in a recycle of materials. This playful journey illustrates the concept of energy flow and sustainability, showing how resources are continuously cycled and repurposed. By visualizing this cycle, the animation helps children understand the importance of renewable energy and the interconnectedness of nature, encouraging them to appreciate and engage with the world around them.
Energy • 6
Energy features ribbons of cables embodying the flow of life’s energy, illustrating how our energetic lives intertwine. The animation reflects the concept of energy as a vital force that connects and nurtures life, akin to how light nourishes and illuminates growth. By capturing the intricate and radiant nature of this energy, Energy connects viewers to the essence of how light and vitality intertwine, empowering and inspiring the life that blooms around us.