With this piece of work, I am attempting to create a space where order and chaos can work together to make an expression in the form of a large painting. The concept of order and chaos has always fascinated me, as scientifically and philosophically they are fundamental opposite essences of our world and existence. I love the paradox that they are polar opposites, but that can only survive with each other. Yin and yang, if you like. These two odd and constant friends seem to comprise of an underlying significance in our physical world and in our lives on many different levels. What do order and chaos look like? Is it possible to give them some kind of shape and form? The integration of these two physically intangible states also describes the act of creativity itself: two opposite forces coming together to create a third unique and fresh element. "…creativity seems to be something which links things together…within a new whole, which didn't exist before." Rupert Sheldrake, Biochemist "Only the spirit has the power of unanimously embracing contradictory aspects and fusing them into one." Amédée Ozenfant, Artist "The unlike is joined together and from differences results the most beautiful harmony." Heraclitus, Philosopher I am the facilitator of the painting, providing the space, materials and direction, but the participants develope the painting almost unconsciously using their Capoeira skills. They are not concentrating on where to put their hands or feet to make a mark on the canvas; they are solely concerned with their movements and integrating these with those of their opponent in the game of Capoeira. It is a very simple idea that almost harks back to children painting with their hands in primary school or the unconcious movement tracks left behind by any animal in the wild. It's simplicity is also its strength, as the energy and excitement of the project have been palpable with both the audiences and the Capoeira players whenever it has been performed - either as a practice run or in public at a festival. Whether the audience knows and understands the principles of Capoeira or not, the added element of paint and the unfolding painting seems to create an instant identification with the performance and the work and create a different kind of spectacle than just a performance of Capoeira.