- Ilya Sobol
- ChamäleTuna, c. 2026
- Light Sculpture
- 10.2 x 7.5 x 20 in (25.91 x 19.05 x 50.8 cm)
- Signature: Lindsay Glatz
"ChamäleTuna" beautifully combines the Tuna fish's shape and the Chameleon's color-changing behavior, which is ingeniously influenced by the clothing colors of the interacting audience.
For instance, when a person wearing a red jacket approaches,
ChamäleTuna detects the color and gracefully transforms to match the vibrant red hue. The magic continues as the next person interacts, prompting ChamäleTuna to mimic their outfit color, and so on. This dynamic display results in a captivating blend of colors, with each hue overlapping harmoniously without ever concealing the others.
The final creation is a magnificent representation of a Tuna fish with Chameleon- like abilities, adapting seamlessly to the
surrounding environment created by the diverse palette of the audience's clothing choices.
Consequently, ChameleTuna becomes a symbol of natural diversity among people, perpetually changing as a reflection of the rich variety within the population. This aspect of the installation is of great significance as it celebrates individual
uniqueness, identity, and beauty.
- Subject Matter: Fish
- Collections: Light Art , New Orleans City Council District C, Private Commissions