Panel Statement  

Panel: Art(ist)s in Space

“Space Musical Instruments – Cosmical Seeds” a pair of musical instruments suitable for weightlessness, was selected by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to represent the theme of Cultural and Artistic Utilization of the International Space Station (ISS/Kibo). A metal artist, So Negishi and Ayako Ono developped the musical instruments together since 2009.The instruments were successfully launched on October 31, 2011. NASA astronaut Daniel C. Burbank, Expedition 30 commander, operated and played the instruments on the International Space Station (ISS) on February 10, 2012.

• Ayako Ono, JP. Working in the fields of behavioral science, fine arts, design, and architecture. Ph.D. in Behavioral Science. Specialization: Space Psychiatry, Space Medicine and Space Art. Keen interests in group dynamics and social interactions of astronauts within a confined isolated environment including habitability. Unique combination of knowledge and practical experience on Neurology and Space Medicine research, Space Art projects, Management, Team Building and Leadership skills. Particularly experienced in international collaborative projects. Additional experiences in various areas of arts: painting, sculpture using electronics, short movies, desktop music and singing.                        [Source: extreme-design.eu/spaceart/ayakoono]