XYZ Artist in residence
Sidonie Rose knight
Sidonie Rose Knight (b. 1999, London) is an emerging experimental multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges the realms of art and science. Graduating from The University of Leeds with a BA (Hons) in Fine Art, she was shortlisted for the FUAM Graduate Art Prize. Following this, she received a scholarship to pursue an MA in Art and Science at Central Saint Martins. Sidonie’s work gained recognition at the Muse Residency 2024 Competition Summer Group Show, London. She proceeded to travel through South America, drawing creative inspiration from her journey. Now back in London, she is participating in The XYZ residency programme.
“My artistic practice explores the intricate relationship between touch, skin, and human connection. Combining microscopic imagery, bodily elements, and diverse materials I create interactive artworks that challenge viewers’ perceptions of physical interaction.
With pieces ranging from handmade paper infused with skin cells to delicate glass wax sculptures, my work invites audience participation and reflection on themes of exchange, transmission, and stigma. Employing techniques such as casting, etching, and electron microscopy, I render the invisible visible, capturing fleeting moments of contact in permanent form.
My approach is rooted in material investigation and prompts a reevaluation of touch as a fundamental human experience, bridging the gap between scientific inquiry and emotional resonance.”
