Lumonics

Lumonics is a form of kinetic light sculpture and art performance combining light, sound, and movement. It typically involves abstract, geometric forms illuminated by programmed lighting sequences, often accompanied by music or soundscapes. Lumonics seeks to create immersive and meditative environments, exploring the relationship between light, perception, and consciousness.

The term "Lumonics" is primarily associated with the work of Dorothy and Mel Tanner, who pioneered this art form starting in the late 1960s. They developed their own techniques for creating and controlling light displays, often using handcrafted acrylic sculptures and sophisticated electronic control systems.

While the Tanner's work is most closely identified with the term, other artists have explored similar concepts of light and sound art, though they might not explicitly use the label "Lumonics." Key aspects of Lumonics-style art include:

• Kinetic Light: The use of moving light patterns and changing colors as a primary artistic medium.
• Geometric Abstraction: The frequent employment of geometric shapes and abstract designs in the sculptures or projected visuals.
• Immersive Environments: The creation of spaces designed to envelop the viewer in a multisensory experience.
• Synesthesia: The intention to stimulate multiple senses simultaneously, blurring the lines between sight and sound.
• Meditative Qualities: The potential to induce a state of relaxation or heightened awareness through the interplay of light and sound.

The influence of Lumonics can be seen in various contemporary art forms, including light shows, installation art, and electronic music performances. The legacy of the Tanner's work continues through their Lumonics School of Light Art and ongoing exhibitions of their light sculptures.