When light dances: Gregor Becker’s Synesthetic Mosaic

Concept

The exhibition invites the visitor to immerse themselves in the artistic universe of Gregor Becker — a journey that transcends mere visual observation to embrace multisensory perception. It aims to explore his revolutionary interpretation of mosaic, where light, movement, and tactility converge in works that breathe and dance. At the heart of Becker’s technique lies the inversion of traditional mosaic canons, transforming the static and material into something light and dynamic, thanks to the use of paper, which shifts from a supporting role to becoming the star of the composition. The invitation is to dive physically and spiritually into the shimmering and multifaceted light of the mosaic, experienced through the various gazes and movements of the observer.

Objectives

To create a synesthetic experience that unites vision, touch, hearing, and motion, suggesting an approach to the Gesamtkunstwerk implicit in Becker’s harmonious and rhythmic language.
To reveal the "reversal" enacted by the artist: how the lightness of paper and the texture of pigments replace the weight of stone and the airiness of color, making the mosaic supple and vibrant.
To spark a reaction in the viewer, who moves and responds to the work in a dual dynamism — uncovering new perspectives and glimpses, transforming observation into a true “dance with the artwork.”
To encourage the audience to reflect on the illusion of movement and the shifting nature of visibility, leading to the discovery of blind or silent spots within the artwork, where elements are often hidden in the background.
To rediscover the importance of touch — the most neglected of the five senses — inviting the visitor to move beyond surface-level vision and to “touch with the eyes.” Some protected but accessible works will allow controlled touch, encouraging the exploration of textures and layering.

Installation

The exhibition will follow a visual journey of works arranged according to their progressive abstraction, culminating in a space of light that is both physically and inwardly perceived. Within this framework, three areas will explore the connection between visual art, touch, listening, and dance, all enriched by active visitor participation.

Tactile Area: Safely reproduces the varied textures of paper and pigments used by the artist, inviting viewers to feel and explore the different thicknesses, patterns, and consistencies of the pigmented mosaic. A small guide will be available for visually impaired visitors, allowing them to perceive some of the textures by associating them with solid or liquid objects — rough or smooth, warm or cold — that, paired with the color tones used by Becker, will evoke the vibrant and multicolored sensations of his paintings.
Listening Area: Will feature Ligeti’s “Lux Aeterna,” accompanied by projections of Becker’s artworks synchronized with the composition — particularly rich in effects of light and silence.
Dance Area: Will offer gestures and movements attuned to the perceptual psychology of the works, illustrating how the dance of gazes and gestures by the observer corresponds to varied and multiple glimpses of the same piece.