Tephra ICA presents Synthetic Transformations, an exhibition by multi-media artist Shih Chieh Huang. Huang is based in New York City, but has exhibited worldwide, and is a former Smithsonian artist research fellow. In this exhibition, Huang presents an installation featuring interactive elements created from a variety of materials including LED lights, motion sensors, computer parts, screens, and mundane materials such as plastic bags and Tupperware. With these humble components, Huang creates magical, immersive environments, featuring sculptures that respond to the viewer’s presence with movement, sound, and illumination. Inspired in part by phosphorescent deep sea creatures, Huang’s work is a fascinating blend of art, science, and technology.