Fibonacci’s Garden 1976

Curator: Michael McKinnon’s "Fibonacci’s Garden" presents us with an intriguing composition, a dance between organic forms and mathematical precision. Editor: Yes, the initial impression is quite striking—the vibrant green evokes a sense of growth and vitality, yet there's an underlying sense of abstraction that keeps it from being purely representational. What do you make of it? Curator: The title hints at the artist's intent: to visualize the Fibonacci sequence, a mathematical pattern found in nature. We see circular forms reminiscent of cellular structures or perhaps seed pods, each echoing the spiral progression inherent in the Fibonacci sequence. It’s about harmony. Editor: Interesting. It makes me consider the scientific gaze, particularly during the mid-20th century when McKinnon became known. It’s easy to think of the image as a politicized garden: does this macro view also give us a micro view into the post-war period? Curator: The spirals serve as potent symbols of growth, cycles, and universal order, suggesting humanity's place within the cosmos, and reflecting on the power of systems in the natural world. Editor: Ultimately, McKinnon’s creation invites viewers to contemplate the beauty of mathematical order and the interconnectedness of all things in the natural world.