Liminal (X New Worlds)
Video, 2023
About the artwork
‘Liminal,’ an instalment in the 'Disordered' series, embarks on an in-depth exploration into the diverse phenomenological experiences encountered across various sleep states. This series aims to dissect and illuminate the complex interplay between consciousness and unconsciousness. Through this exploration, 'Liminal' seeks to engage audiences in a reflective discourse on the nature of sleep, challenging prevailing perceptions and uncovering the nuanced spectrum of experiences that lie at the edge of awareness.
Layered sounds and SFX with AI generated music, Sound design by X New Worlds
Audio explanation
Listen to X New Worlds discuss this work.
X New Worlds is a London-based artist and designer who examines the nature of consciousness and the ephemeral. Drawing inspiration from her experiences with sleep paralysis and lucid dreaming, she weaves surreal and absurd worlds that explore the precipice between conscious and unconscious realities.
Her work has been showcased globally in spaces such as the Saatchi Gallery, ArtSpace55, Times Square New York, Nou Museum, Canal180 and more. She has been published and featured in Telescope Magazine Volume II, Prompt Magazine, Forbes Australia, and Nasty Magazine.