Revising Attitudes to Physical Reality: Quantum Physics and Visual Art
File version
Author(s)
Griffith University Author(s)
Primary Supervisor
Other Supervisors
Editor(s)
Date
Size
2158260 bytes
File type(s)
application/pdf
Location
License
Abstract
In 1935, Neils Bohr concluded that particular features of quantum physics force a 'radical revision' of our attitude to physical reality. Despite the passing of almost 100 years since the formulation of quantum physics, little, if any, revision has been made in our attitude to physical reality. This is because quantum concepts are outside our range of normal engagement and perception. In addition, the explanation of quantum physics is often couched in the language of mathematical formalism. Visual art, however, might assist us to conceive quantum concepts outside the bounds of scientific formalism and to possibly revise our attitude towards physical reality. In this paper, I will discuss some attempts of myself as a visual artist to address the challenge of visually representing quantum concepts and how my work might help towards a radical revision of our attitude towards physical reality.
Journal Title
International Journal of Arts & Sciences
Conference Title
Book Title
Edition
Volume
5
Issue
6
Thesis Type
Degree Program
School
Publisher link
DOI
Patent number
Funder(s)
Grant identifier(s)
Rights Statement
Rights Statement
© 2012 Internationa Journal of Arts and Sciences. The attached file is reproduced here in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. Please refer to the journal's website for access to the definitive, published version.
Item Access Status
Note
Access the data
Related item(s)
Subject
Fine Arts (incl. Sculpture and Painting)