Karen Kuranda
Karen Kuranda is both a retired research scientist and an integral part of four generations recognized for their innovative contributions to the textile industry.
The intertwining of these two backgrounds through her entire life has allowed her to use textiles to inspire viewers to reflect on how different modes of understanding can complement one another in unraveling life’s greatest mysteries.
Each of her pieces challenges boundaries, sparks dialogue, and celebrates the harmony between science and spirituality in the pursuit of truth.
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Size: 80'' x 48''
Science and spirituality have long taken different paths in exploring human existence, yet
consciousness — a once purely philosophical question — is now central to fields like quantum physics and biology.
Inspired by the work of Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff, this quilt reflects on the beauty and structure of microtubules, the brain’s tiny cellular
structures that may play a role in consciousness through quantum effects. Their intricate, repeating patterns symbolize both biological function and the deeper mysteries of existence. By blending science and art, this piece invites reflection on the ways different perspectives come together to explore life’s greatest questions.
Awakening: Bridging
Science & Spirituality
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