Rebecca Allen: Life Without Matter

Zabludowicz Collection presents “Life Without Matter” by Rebecca Allen in the 360 Virtual Reality room.

Considering the possibility of a future life in virtual reality where material things – physical matter – have mostly disappeared and our identity must be redefined, “Life Without Matter” leads its viewers to confront their digital reflections.

Inspired by the aesthetics of motion, the study of perception and behaviour and the potential of advanced technology, Allen’s artwork takes the form of experimental video, large-scale performances, live simulations and virtual and augmented reality art installations, addressing issues of gender, identity and what it means to be human as technology redefines our sense of reality.