As the light from a distant object (like a galaxy or a star) comes toward our telescopes, that light may interact with very dense objects (like dark matter) before it reaches us. This causes a phenomenon called “gravitational lensing” where the light itself is bent and twisted by the gravity of the very dense object. As a result, the telescope will produce an image that is distorted. Astronomers can then take the data from these warped images to piece together what is truly happening so far away.

The "Distortion" series is a visual reflection of this phenomenon. It also provides space for us to consider that our individual viewpoint can often be a distorted version of the truth, especially in relation to the experience of another person. However, taking the time to question and analyze our perspective can in turn provide an avenue toward better understanding realities outside of our own.