Emily Lazerwitz is an artist and mathematician. For Lazerwitz a myth is defined as a complex widely believed story that is inherently false yet explains phenomena that are inexplicable in nature. Her work tries to untangle this paradox by looking into structures that use a mythological system of logic to function. She takes complex qualitative and quantitative data from these systems and transforms it into simple infographic textile forms. She also explores the relationship between belief and truth.
Emily Lazerwitz, Holy Bible (2015), two King James Bibles, tape, wood 20 x 15 x 15 cm. Image Courtesy of the artist.
Emily Lazerwitz, The Library of Babel (2023), found books, sharpie. Image Courtesy of the artist.
Emily Lazerwitz, Woven Thesaurus (2013), 100 year old thesaurus, tape, and ink, 127 x 102 cm. Image Courtesy of the artist.