Workshops

The design of the Sanctuary discs is based on a rigorous approach that combines science, art, and specialist collaboration. Each stage of the process draws on diverse and complementary expertise to transform a vast body of knowledge into a work that is readable, meaningful, and enduring.

Three key dimensions structure this approach: interdisciplinary collaboration, dialogue between specialists and artists, and the development of original creations.

A collaborative and interdisciplinary approach
The curation of the disc contents is a collective process. For each disc, a team of experts from across the globe is formed, with members assigned to thematic subgroups. Over the course of intensive workshops, specialists from different disciplines collaborate to determine which segments of human knowledge and cultural heritage should be preserved.
A remarkable symbiosis between experts and artists
Sanctuary is not merely about preserving knowledge — it is a carefully designed artistic statement intentionally crafted for comprehension across millennia. To ensure clarity, experts work alongside graphic facilitators in workshops to create visually compelling and pedagogical representations of complex ideas.
An iterative process supporting an evolving design
Condensing the entirety of human knowledge into a multiscale disc is a daunting task that requires continuous adjustments and fine-tuning. Following each workshop, experts and artists collaborate closely with Mario Freese, the lead designer and art director of the Sanctuary discs, until a unified and coherent design takes shape.

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The process of curating the discs relies on harmonizing different perspectives in a convivial environment to craft a singular blend of art and science.

Sébastien Carassou

Science coordinator of Sanctuary

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