Title: Synchrony
Artist: Juliana Silva
Medium: Collage (Cotton canvas, fabrics, threads, acrylic)
How does this artwork represent healthy human aging? (Artwork Description)
Synchrony is a 22″ x 26″ mixed-media artwork depicting a carnival scene with a group celebrating and dancing in sync. I was inspired to explore the impact of collective celebration on individual well-being after considering B. Ehrenreich’s question: Why do we not make more room for celebration, given our tremendous capacity for collective ecstasy? While observing people’s behavior at carnivals, I noticed that dance was essential to the celebration, significantly impacting people’s joy. This led me to research dance’s biological and psychological impact, discovering that it is a natural part of human expression, influencing our thinking and learning ability. I discovered that our brain activity synchronizes when we dance in a group, leading to enhanced coordination within and between individuals. I want to point out that dance’s impact on our well-being is a powerful tool for enhancing our health. Moving our bodies in response to the rhythm of music activates neuronal connections, bringing many health benefits to our body and mind. This understanding means that dance and community celebrations are sources of joy and drivers of healthy aging.
Submission Category: Public