Mindscapes
By Natasja Smit
Mindscapes delves into the intricate landscapes of the mind, where thoughts, dreams, and memories shape an ever-evolving terrain. Within these cognitive realms, perception bends, and reality becomes as fluid as the thoughts that mold it. The limitless nature of the mind thrives on curiosity, continuously reaching beyond what is known. The abstract becomes tangible as the intangible takes form, shaping the mindscapes we carry within.
Our journey through consciousness reveals more than a single state. It unveils a spectrum, with each state like a chapter in the profound story unfolding within the mind. As we explore these states, we uncover how perception shifts, reality reshapes, and awareness itself transforms.
Waking consciousness is the familiar world where logic reigns, and each thought builds upon the next. In this state, we think, reason, and navigate daily life with a clear awareness of ourselves and our surroundings. Yet, as we drift into moments of daydreaming, the mind relaxes its hold on the external world, allowing imagination to play and new insights to emerge. In this space, abstract ideas take shape and creativity flows, blurring the line between thought and reality.
Through deep meditation, the mind becomes fully immersed in the present. Whether in meditation or artistic creation, this state fosters a sense of unity with the activity. Self-awareness diminishes, and time appears to stand still.
Once asleep, dreaming unveils the mind’s vivid storytelling ability. In this state, emotions intensify and memories intertwine with imagination. The laws of reality allow for surreal narratives to unfold with unrestrained freedom.
In the rare realm of lucid dreaming, awareness returns within the dream. This return allows for conscious influence over its narrative. In this state, the dreamer becomes the architect, shaping the dream world with intention and bridging the waking and sleeping experiences.
Some individuals engage in altered states of consciousness through various practices or substances that promote transcendent awareness. Whether through sensory deprivation, meditation, or psychedelics, these experiences often result in a transformative and interconnected perception of reality.
At the highest level is the search for transcendental states of consciousness. This heightened awareness goes beyond thought itself and delves into the mystical. Here, time, ego, and individual identity dissolve into a sense of unity and boundless understanding. In this expansive state, the mind transcends personal experience and connects with universal consciousness.
The collection "Higher State of Consciousness" emerged from the personal interest in spirituality and the exploration of various states of consciousness. Through this collection, Isa Trauschke seeks to portray transcendence as an experience that surpasses everyday reality and reveals a higher truth. To achieve this, she employs gradient prints, advanced embroidery techniques, and meditative colors. The collection invites viewers into a different realm, enhancing the overall experience and energy.