scan.tron.flux: A Journey through Data and Sound unfolded as an immersive exhibition by internationally renowned Japanese sound artist Ryoji Ikeda, inviting audiences into a world where data becomes a poetic, visceral experience.
Presenting three major works from Ikeda’s celebrated datamatics series, the exhibition translated the invisible structures of data into striking compositions of sound, light, and motion. Precision and minimalism defined the experience, as abstract information was transformed into mesmerizing visual rhythms and sonic landscapes—at once meditative and electrifying.
Key installations—including data.scan [n°1–9], data.tron, data.flux [n°1], alongside the immersive audiovisual work journey—guided visitors through an exploration of perception itself. These works revealed the hidden harmonies between mathematics, technology, and the natural world, moving seamlessly from microscopic human DNA to vast cosmic systems. The result was an encounter that felt both intimate and expansive, merging intellectual rigor with sensory allure.
Widely regarded as a pioneer in contemporary sound and visual art, Ikeda has presented his work at leading cultural destinations across Paris, London, and Kyoto. His practice continues to redefine how audiences engage with digital art, earning international recognition including the Prix Ars Electronica (Collide@CERN) in 2014 and the Japanese Minister of Education Award for Fine Arts in 2020.
