Harmonizing Art and Data: Miebach & Mahoney's "Undercurrents" at Fountain Street

by Claudia Fiks

Monday, August 28th, 2023 // Reviews, September/October 2023

Nathalie Miebach, Harvey Twitter SOS, 2019, paper, wood, data, 7’ x 9’ x 1’.

Fountain Street Gallery, a contemporary art haven nestled within Boston’s SOWA art district, will present a captivating exhibition titled “Undercurrents” this October. This collaboration between Virginia Mahoney and Nathalie Miebach beckons connoisseurs and enthusiasts to embark on an immersive journey into the intricate tapestry of unconventional patterns, both concealed beneath and soaring above the surface of materials. The exhibition urges contemplation upon these meticulously composed layers, inviting introspection and wonder.

In a world increasingly influenced by the rise of artificial intelligence and its infusion with empathy and emotional intelligence, artists are given a profound duty: to harmonize data and creative expression. The concept of Data Arts, known as Dataism , marks an evolution in data visualization, bridging the realms of art and science to render even the most disconcerting or menacing statistics comprehensible.

Within this captivating exhibition, Mahoney and Miebach reimagine our perception of data collection and analysis. They liberate data from its conventional confines of stark spreadsheets and graphs, endowing it with life, narrative, and emotional resonance; skillfully intertwining emotions with personal experiences. Their works are a testament to the extraordinary potential of art as a multifaceted conduit of communication, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around us.

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