The most important quality of Science or Art is Curiosity
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In his TEDGlobal 2013 talk,
Fabian Oefner shares breathtaking images at the nexus of art and
science, which beautifully capture unique moments of physical and
chemical drama.
Formally trained in art and design, Oefner says that he has always
been interested in science. Though he can’t pinpoint the exact moment
when he became interested in pairing his two loves, he views both
pursuits as inextricably linked by a crucial bond: “The most important
quality of science or art is curiosity,” Oefner tells TED. “That’s what
keeps me going and always finding something new.”
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- Marbelous No. 05 (2013). An unusual look at the properties
of oil, as colorful marbles of oil paint float in a solution of water
and methylated spirits.
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