The Collider drawing is inspired by particle accelerators: vast machines in which electrons or protons speed up and collide against each other or against a target. Scientists conduct these experiments to learn about the fundamental physics of how the universe works, the structure of nuclei, nuclear forces, dark matter and dark energy.
Mary Yacoob redeploys the visual languages of scientific diagrams, architectural plans, cartography, and electrical and engineering schematics. By reinterpreting these source materials artistically, she transforms them into cyphers for the imagination and creates connections between disciplines. Mary was the recipient of an Arts Council England award for her publication and exhibition Schema in 2020. Solo exhibitions include Bobinska Brownlee New River, Surgery Gallery, Five Years Gallery and the Hospital Club. Commissions include University College London’s Faculty of Life Sciences, Writers Mosaic, Passengers/Camden Council, and BBC/ Arts Council England. She is an Assistant Lecturer in Fine Art at London Metropolitan University
