Which statement best describes the shared purpose of Ancient Light and Sun Tunnels?

• A. They depict ancient civilizations
• B. They celebrate industrial progress
• C. They represent contemporary spirituality
• D. They focus on portraits

Answer: (C)

Both works aim to provoke a contemplative, transcendent experience through light, space, and cosmic alignment. Sun Tunnels uses four concrete passages positioned to frame the desert sky at solstices, so the changing light and shadow feel ritualistic—connecting viewers with ancient patterns of observation and the larger cycles of the universe, all within a contemporary artwork. Ancient Light engages light as a medium to awaken perception and a sense of time beyond the everyday, inviting awe and reflection that many interpret as a spiritual encounter. Together, they share the purpose of inviting a sense of contemporary spirituality—that art can evoke something sacred and enduring—rather than merely depicting a scene, celebrating industry, or presenting portraits.