Something that excites me about studying the visual system is that much of what we experience when seeing is created internally. For example, the colours that we see do not exist out there in the world, but are generated by our brain. Our brain cells convert light into an electrical signal that we interpret as colour. In a sense, the world ‘out there’ is actually colourless. Continue reading Exploring ways of seeing
Monthly Archives: June 2016
My background and previous work
As a visual artist studying a Masters degree in neuroscience, I am interested in how these two disciplines can interact. My passion is understanding visual perception, from both an artistic and scientific perspective. In my arts practice, I work with sculpture and installation, and aim to provide immersive environments for the viewer. I use mixed media to produce my works which typically includes cardboard, paper, wood, concrete, plaster, bronze, paint and resin. My practice involves the creation of both abstract and representational works that play with ideas of preciousness and value. Continue reading My background and previous work
It begins!
I’m very excited to begin this Synapse residency, generously supported by the Australian Network for Arts and Technology (ANAT). This residency is a collaboration between myself and Prof Ted Maddess at the department of Neuroscience at the John Curtin School of Medical Research. The project is titled Abstract Digital: Exploring the Art and Science of Visual Perception. Continue reading It begins!