Bloom

The viewer, at the aperture of experience, encounters a space for fresh discovery: of the depth within themself, and of shared presence within the deep chronological hollow of the cosmos.

  • Ben Elliott
    Poetry and Voice
  • Martijn van Wagtendonk
    Image and Sound
  • Project Type:
    Animation, Experimental, Short, Other
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 27, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography

Martijn van Wagtendonk, drawing on a background in film and sculpture, finds inspiration in the vivacity of anything: if it moves, it impels him. He merges these two mediums intuitively, transforming movies into tangible objects and creating sculptures that dynamically unfold over time. Originally from the Netherlands, Martijn resides in Athens, Georgia, USA, alongside his family of makers, sharing a passion for creating. Additionally, he is Area Chair of Sculpture at the Lamar Dodd School of Art, where he continues to explore and teach the workings of this art practice.

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