The paper discusses the distinction between sensation and perception, as theorized by Nicholas Humphrey, and explores the implications of consciousness on human experience. It emphasizes the role of art in facilitating awareness and engagement, linking concepts from Buddhism and Taoism, particularly the idea of ’emptiness’, to artistic practice. The author posits that a less framed perception enhances the impact of art on consciousness and suggests that art can serve as a transformative experience that fosters positive change in the world.
“Unframing Experience,” in Learning Mind: Experience into Art, co-editor with Mary Jane Jacob. Berkeley: University of California Press, 2009, 216-229.