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Artist Puts Flossing in a New Light

Adam Bock’s interactive artwork FLOSS uses changing light conditions to transform a familiar oral hygiene routine into a visual experience.

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  • Fred W. Michmershuizen

  • September 24, 2026

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    Artist Adam Bock presents FLOSS at ArtPrize 2026, exploring flossing as an intimate act on a larger scale.

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    The artwork can transform into four different paintings based on lighting conditions, including natural and ultraviolet light.

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    FLOSS features an interactive element where viewers can use ultraviolet light to see color changes in the artwork.

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    ArtPrize is an annual international art competition in Grand Rapids, Michigan, awarding over $400,000 to artists.

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    Bock is a previous ArtPrize award winner, having received the $10,000 Public Vote award in 2025 for his work.

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Artist Puts Flossing in a New Light

  • by Fred W. Michmershuizen

  • September 24, 2026

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