Older work by John Watrous

John Watrous, 2008

I am a visual artist who is influenced by what you can't see.  
My background has been spent in the non-visible parts of the electromagnetic spectrum; 
the shorter wavelength areas like radio and sound. 
The titles of my 2 most recent shows tell something about my interests: 
"Sacred Darkness" in 2001, forced the viewer to acknowledge Dark Adaptation Time 
and I designed lighting for the work;  "All Over the Map" in 2003, showed objects made from visiting specific sites.

At home I like knowing that the North star is about 38 degrees above the horizon 
and that I'm about 122 degrees West of Greenwich. 
I also enjoy knowing that about 20 satellites are circling above to help me find my location wherever I am.

Being a teacher my closest community is with my students. 
I am also inspired by local engineers, astronomers, craftspeople and other artists.

My final evaluation at SRJC

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