Visual references & inspiration

In ThoughtCounter, there’s a seed of an idea that feels worth developing. The execution of it will be so important and an exciting part is imaging the physical space and visualisation that will amplify the idea and bring it to life.

I’ve been continuing my research into artists who work with light, minimal spaces, immersive environments, and consciousness-altering installations. The challenge will be landing on the right aesthetic language – something that feels slightly ceremonial without being religious, and scientific without being clinical.

Here’s what’s inspiring me:

Jenny Holzer

_{^{Jenny Holzer, LEDS, 2013-2018}}

Bruce Nauman

_{^{Bruce Nauman,Yellow Blue Corridor, 1970}}

_{^{Bruce Nauman, 1968-2010}}

Robert Irwin

_{^{Robert Irwin, 1969-2008}}

Mark Farid

Ann Veronica Janssens

James Turrell

Anthony McCall

Doug Wheeler

Carlos Cruz-Diez

Olafur Eliasson

^{_{Olafur Eliasson, Algae window, 2020}}

Ryoji Ikeda

Next steps

So many incredible and inspiring references here. I’m going to start thinking about ThoughtCounter’s physical elements – timer, clicker, EEG style measuring equipment, LED screen – which all need the same aesthetic consideration.