Kevin Curtis Norcross

Project Description: Predation

Working with the theme of light and the analogous relationship between biological and corporate predation I’ve recorded and magnified the bioluminescent signals of a predatory firefly, Photuris pennsylvanica.This insect mimics the specific light flashes of other fireflies to lure and consume them. By doing so, it utilizes their chemotoxic currency thus affording protection from possible threats to itself and its offspring from predation. I propose a DVD projection that is a magnification of Photuris pennsylvanica’s pulsing light emitting abdominal organ. The piece is to be selectively projected onto buildings in the downtown core. The projector will be powered by a generator and transported by truck or car to different projection sites.

Artist Biography

Kevin Curtis-Norcross has a Fine Art Diploma from Fanshawe College and a BFA from The Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. During the past 10 years he has shown work in Vancouver, Woodstock and in London, Ontario. His work was prominently featured in the London Ontario Live Arts public art festival in 2007. Norcross has received awards from the Ontario Arts Council and his work is currently featured in exhibitions in Merrida, Mexico and Museum London. Kevin is also a member of Audio Lodge, a sound art collective based in London.