Cornucopia scientifica

Alison McDonald and Geoff Thomson                                                                                                                         Ceramics by RCC students                                                                                                                                                    Ryan Catholic College Science Block                                                                                                                           Recycled copper tube, patina, water, ceramics and landscaping.                                                                                                                               2 x 1.2m                                                                                                                                                                                          2022

Cornucopia scientifica is a combined form representing various sciences; in the shape of a large conical flask and a DNA strand made from recycled copper tubes, with the element of water coming from the mouth. Inside the artwork the art and students have collaborated to create a multitude of spheres from clay representing the earth sciences.

Over time the conical flask will half fill with students spheres and a chemical reaction will occur on the copper from the effects of air and water.

The surrounding native plants represent biology and compliment the artwork whilst creating a contemplative and educational science space within the college.