This work uses historic recordings of the NYC river levels in conjunction with storm flood water predictions to communicate the vulnerability of the New York subway system. The data controls the vertical movement while the sinusoidal cam-shaft creates undulating movements along the fabric where the artist has hand embroidered the various subway routes. The installation serves as a catalyst for introspection and dialogue, challenging audiences to reconsider their relationship with the environment and the limits of human understanding. "N.Y.Sea" stands as a testament to the transformative power of art and technology illuminating the complexities of our shared existence.
Soundtrack: Olsen, Boards of Canada