“Second Meeting,” created by James Turrell in 1989, is an installation artwork belonging to the Skyspaces series. It is associated with the Light and Space and Environmental (Land) Art movements. The artwork’s genre is installation.
The artwork presents a strikingly minimalistic white structure, situated harmoniously within a natural setting, surrounded by trees and foliage. It features a stark, almost monolithic presence with clean lines and a prominent doorway that invites the viewer to enter. The play of light and shadow on the structure, created by the surrounding trees and the clear blue sky above, enhances its ethereal quality. The simplicity of the design contrasts beautifully with the intricate details of nature, compelling the observer to contemplate the interplay between the constructed world and the natural environment. This serene and contemplative space exemplifies Turrell’s exploration of light, perception, and spatial experience.
