Tactile Textures is an interactive sculpture generated by  unifying three-dimensional abstract geometric forms, such as cubes and  rectangular prisms. The surfaces of this intricate multi-faceted form  are carved out to create a traditional puzzle pattern. Within this  pattern, different surface textures are investigated. The straight  geometric edges of the overall form create an intriguing contrast with  the more organic shapes of the puzzle pattern. Not only the eyes are  invited to explore this intrigue, but also the hands.

Visitors are  invited to explore the sculpture through the modality of touch: by  discovering the grooves and exploring an organic path on the surface of  the sculpture, moving from one surface to the other, following lines  that continue into each other, experiencing different tactile textures.  Visitors with visual impairments can enjoy this experiential  composition, too, but the sculpture is aimed at a specific audience -  people with autism. For visitors of the Bonnet Springs Park with autism,  this sculpture can serve as a key node and a sensory device for when  they need sensory stimulation. While the debates around its  representation continues, the puzzle pattern emphasizes this link as it  has been the traditional symbol for autism. We highlight that unique  parts can come together to form a rich whole.