Talk: Behind the Artist: Lia Chavez

The video explores the intersection of art, meditation, and neuroscience, focusing on the creation of the Light Body performance. It delves into historical artistic traditions, the role of meditation in visual perception, and the collaboration between artists and neuroscientists. The study of inner light and gamma waves is highlighted, raising questions about the future of creativity and the potential of neurotechnologies to enhance artistic practice.

Which historical figure is mentioned as a Paleolithic artist who carved shamanic visions?

• Monsula

• Wassily Kandinsky

• Hildegard von Bingen

• A Paleolithic Cave artist

What material was used in the 'Lightbody' performance to create visual effects?

• Candles

• Neon lights

• LED light strips

• Fireworks

What phenomenon is incorporated into the 'Lightbody' performance to create lasting visual impressions?

• Optical illusions

• Strobe lighting

• Retinal afterimage

• Holography

How does the artist describe the effect of meditation on their creative process?

• It distracts from creativity

• It opens the mind to new ideas

• It causes confusion

• It has no effect

What type of brain activity is associated with the artist's inner visions?

• Beta waves

• Gamma waves

• Delta waves

• Alpha waves

What is the primary goal of the artist's collaboration with neuroscientists?

• To understand the brain's response to inner visions

• To design a new performance

• To create new art materials

• To develop new meditation techniques

What technology is used to intensify the artist's visions during experiments?

• Ultrasound

• Magnetic resonance imaging

• Transcranial alternating stimulation

• Virtual reality

What is the potential benefit of using neurotechnologies in art, according to the artist?

• To enhance creative practice

• To replace traditional art forms

• To make art more commercial

• To eliminate the need for artists

What does the artist hope to achieve by bridging art and science?

• To enrich and explore the nature of reality

• To create a new art movement

• To make art more accessible

• To simplify scientific concepts

What is the artist's view on the ancient model for creativity?

• It is outdated

• It is irrelevant

• It is deeply relevant for contemporary artists

• It is too complex