In spite of all scientific explanation it remains a miracle of nature to us that one tiny seed contains the blueprint of a whole plant. Equally surprising is the fact that complex structures can emerge without any construction plan or genetic code. Such phenomena are caused through self organization. In this film you can watch single drops of paint turn into complex patterns of astounding variety. Depending on the chemical solution, simulations of biological growth emerge as well as structure forming processes which appear to be the dynamic atmosphere of some unknown planets. Scientifically speaking, we are dealing with the effects of surface tension. Specific patterns, such as the pulsating cell structures or the dynamic formations of viscous fingering are discoveries made by the artist, Volkhard Stürzbecher. They are a unique contribution to his performances world wide.

Thus you can watch a single drop of paint turn into complex patterns of astounding variety. Depending on the chemical solution, simulations of biological growth emerge as well as structure forming processes which appear to be the dynamic atmosphere of some unknown planets.

Scientifically speaking, we are dealing here with the effects of surface tension. Specific patterns, such as the pulsating cell structures or the dynamic formations of viscous fingering are discoveries made by the artist Volkhard Stürzbecher. They are a unique contribution to his performances world wide.