Spirit Systems of Soft Knowing ༊*·˚


Spirit Systems of Soft Knowing ༊*·˚ by the artist collective Keiken, explores the idea of extending empathetic connection and communication towards other species and other forms of existence. This tactile, spatial installation draws on the body’s energy currents and on material animism, a philosophy rooted in the idea that all creatures and things possess a soul. The experiences and bodily sensations of museum visitors become a continuation of and complement to this immersive work.

Awarded the prestigious BCS Award as part of the Lumen Prize 2024.

This project offered a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge sound technologies. My work included calibrating and troubleshooting various sound mediums, as well as creating the 7.1 surround sound piece. It was an exciting challenge to bring deeper listening and sensorial experiences to a wider audience, enriching the installation with immersive auditory dimensions.

Spirit Systems of Soft Knowing was on display at the Amos Rex Museum in Helsinki, open to the public from March and until October 2024.

Creative direction and lead artists : Keiken
Production : Alexander Boyes
Interactive design : Edwin Dertien
Silicone womb fabrication design : Chris Fitzpatrick
Spatial and installation design : Sebastian Kite
Projection visual design : George Jasper Stone
Studio management : Hekate Studios
Project management : Itha O’Neill
Curation : Terhi Tuomi
Construction and planning : Jussi Piironen
Lighting design : Marianne Lagus
AV design : Sohei Yasui
Public programmes : Alisa Närvänen, Laura Porola
Conservation : Mia Derichs
Coordination : Niclas von Bonsdorff, Tii Laakso

Haptic womb soundscape & surround sound : waveovspace