Ranga (Shoal)
Ranga (Shoal)
Material: Stainless Steel
Size: L1000mm x D650mm x H280mm
Description: Fish shoaling, birds flocking, bees swarming; the behaviours of other species as they form swirling patterns in graceful unison and perfect synchronicity has been a constant fascination for humans. Close analysis of what’s going on reveals that each individual only needs to stay in touch with 7 others in the group to relate to the movement and cohesion of the entire unit. One researcher calls it spatial asymmetry. I started applying this seemingly random pattern of 7’s across many - any - areas of initial exploration of an idea. I also began applying it as a safe geometry to use as a starting point for the coherent resolution of a connection, intersection, or pattern. Life also begins to make better sense when it’s loosely corralled by the boundary of 7. Have seven heroes. Share close confidences with 7 others. Turn to seven colleagues to frame a project or explore an idea. Limit a palette to no more than seven variables. Above all, look for the patterns that emerge.
Ranga speaks of the recognition and acceptance of this behavioural dynamic, suggesting that we humans also function best when we look to the structure of 7 to guide us in our response to the wero (challenge).
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