La installation voids of Osman Akan located at the Alameda Library in El Paso, Texas, arose in order to activate the building by taking advantage of the large glass facade at the front and the back of the atrium.
About 15 feet of optical fibers were used for this work of art, which were cut into a 16-foot section and then bundled into 62 strands per illuminator.
Each of the five forms of the artwork are illuminated with three boxes of light.
In addition to fiber optics, the horizontal elements of the shapes were laser cut into acrylic sheets and connected with stainless steel components with a mirror finish that matches the curvature.
This installation measures approximately 40 inches by 92 inches tall.
The sliding glass drives the concept of installing an illuminated form in the space that can be easily seen.
The concept of the work art is based on the idea of generating elevation curves that relate to physical space.
Recently completed in May 2020, Osman Akan worked closely with staff from the City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs (MCAD) on all aspects of the project.
Void is a unique artwork by Osman Akan created for the Alameda Library and which is now also part of the El Paso, Texas public art collection.