“Infinite Spark” Messages from the Universe

featuring artwork by

Lori Bacigalupi

Exhibition info:
In Infinite Spark, Lori Bacigalupi’s paintings evoke a sense of wonder, belonging, and quiet guidance through a collection of cosmic landscapes inspired by NASA imagery of supernovas, stars, and nebulas. Her acrylic paintings on canvas explore what is seen but not often spoken about, our deep connection to the night sky, ancestral knowledge, and the human longing for belonging in a world that can feel divisive and isolating.

This exhibition invites viewers back to source: our roots in the cosmos and the infinite beauty found in the light that sparks our universe and those beyond. Stand just 62 miles above Earth, and you are in space. That proximity makes cosmic guidance feel tangible. Our 3.8-billion-year evolutionary path mirrors the rhythms of the universe so chaotic yet purposeful. Whether through zodiac mythology or quantum physics, the message remains the same: patterns exist, and we are inherently wired to recognize them.

Artist Bio:
Raised among the vibrant hues of San Francisco and shaped by travels across the globe, Lori Bacigalupi now resides in the Sierra Foothills, where nature and the night sky serve as constant inspiration. After building a successful design business, a life-altering event led her into solitude and ultimately into painting full-time. Her artwork transcends traditional artistic boundaries, blending realism, abstraction, and surrealism.

Following a journey to witness the 2023 solar eclipse, Lori experienced a profound sense of connection to something larger than herself. From that moment on, her work shifted exclusively toward painting the night sky. Using NASA imagery as a foundation, she creates pieces that speak to our origins, the human experience, and the universal connection we all share.

What began as a calling to create 88 paintings—one for each constellation—evolved into a visual map of our origins. Celestial events that shaped ancient calendars, scientific discovery, intuition, and synchronicities paralleling human growth all inform her work. Lori fuses astronomical inspiration with personal reflection, transforming celestial phenomena into symbols of our shared human experience. With a degree in Anthropology from UC Davis and a Master’s in Multicultural Education, she weaves scientific inquiry and ancestral knowledge into her practice, exploring the intersection of humanity, nature, the sciences, and the interconnectedness of all life.

www.baciart.com and follow her journey on Instagram: @lbaciart