Gaia by Luke Jerram
When? 29 Aug 2025 to 11 Sep 2025
Where? Sherborne
This exhibition is being held in Sherborne Abbey in conjunction with SherborneTown Council.
Gaia is a touring artwork by UK artist, Luke Jerram.
Measuring 7 metres in diameter and created from 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface* the artwork provides the opportunity to see our planet, floating in three dimensions. The installation aims to create a sense of the Overview Effect, which was first described by author Frank White in 1987. Common features of the experience for astronauts are a feeling of awe for the planet, a profound understanding of the interconnection of all life, and a renewed sense of responsibility for taking care of the environment. When presented indoors, the Earth artwork slowly revolves. A specially made surround sound composition by BAFTA award winning Composer Dan Jones is played alongside the sculpture. In Greek Mythology, Gaia is the personification of the Earth.
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