Hypnosis
an experiment in electric aesthetics

2025

materials: acrylic, phosphorescent paint, violet laser, 3D-printed components, aluminium, slip ring, stepper motors, custom electronics

dimensions: 30 x 30 x 15 cm

concept, design, fabrication, programming : Jason Cook

Hypnosis is a meticulously crafted object born from repurposed studio materials. As its title suggests, the piece delves into aesthetic experimentation, exploring the captivating interaction between a violet laser and phosphorescent paint applied to a tinted plexiglass surface.

The artwork employs two actuators (one rotational and one linear) controlled by a micro-controller programmed to create a series of ring-based patterns. These ephemeral drawings glow briefly before fading away, echoing the transient nature of the phosphorescent medium. Through this dynamic process, Hypnosis invites viewers to reflect on the fleeting beauty of light and motion.

Archive video : in-studio testing