String theory is a theoretical framework in physics that suggests that the most fundamental element of the universe are tiny, one-dimensional, vibrating strings. These strings are different shapes and sizes and vibrate on infinite numbers of frequencies. These elements are what create the uniqueness of our reality. The problem with string theory is that it is a purely mathematical framework. There are no experimental observations yet. We’re just going off vibes, essentially.

The idea behind this exhibition is to interrogate who we are, how we experience reality, through the lens of vibes. Intuition. Innate understanding. Bias. A gut feeling. Anxiety. Logic. Each piece in the exhibit represents an observation of reality. There are works that examine the natural word. Some are figurative works that speak to identity and relationships. A few of the works in the show are abstract and ask the viewer to extrapolate an idea on their own. Some are representations of actual theories of physics. At the core, each work demands that we look deeper, and experience our world as opposed to just observing it.

Each piece of work in the exhibit has its own vibe. The exhibit in whole is another vibe. The environment at Motor House while this exhibit is up is quite another vibe. String theory might not ever be proven. The same is true for a vibe. Sometimes, a thing does not need to be proven in order to be the truth. Experience String Theory at Motor House as a trust exercise and a way to get to know your world a little bit better.

Featured Artists

Rasheem
Rashid Cornish
Gaeun Kim
Abdul-Malik Muhammad Thomas Rafus, Jr. Marcia Wolfson Ray Toni Hornes Sullivan Cherokaree Tsalagi

About Motor House

Motor House is a creative crossroads rooted in the culture of Baltimore. We are a non-profit arts hub, gallery, and performance space that encourages new visions, bold experiments, and emerging voices to celebrate the artistry of our city.