Art Creation in Status of the Proof of Empty Mind Accessed Process on the Concept of the Brain’s Initial Network System

Abstract

This research article aims to: 1) explore and design visual elements in painting that simulate high-quality mind-wandering experiences inspired by nature; 2) create open-ended artworks that stimulate self-reflection and internal experiential connections in viewers; and 3) evaluate the efficacy of painting as a tool for inducing a state of mental emptiness, based on the Default Mode Network (DMN) framework. This study employs a qualitative methodology integrated with Practice-Based Research. Key informants were selected through purposive sampling, comprising two primary expert groups: 1) specialists in visual arts and design, and 2) experts in neuroscience or cognitive psychology. The research instruments included: 1) semi-structured in-depth interviews, 2) studio-based observation and experimental logs of visual element arrangements, and 3) a series of prototype paintings serving as stimuli for perceptual evaluation. The findings reveal that: 1) Visual elements derived from nature, utilizing blurring techniques and spatial management, effectively simulate mind-wandering while significantly reducing the load on the Task Positive Network (TPN). 2) Open-ended artistic creations that minimize prescriptive forms successfully trigger self-reflection and facilitate deep connections with viewers' personal internal experiences. 3) The paintings demonstrate high efficacy as instruments for inducing mental emptiness; specifically, the rhythmic interplay of light glints and black graphic silhouettes facilitates a perceptual shift toward the Default Mode Network (DMN), thereby disrupting emotional rumination. This body of knowledge offers a contemporary artistic approach to restoring cognitive fatigue and fostering psychological balance within the complexities of modern society.