The artwork entitled “Carn White” was created by artist James Turrell in 1967. It is part of the “Projection Pieces” series and falls under the “Light and Space” art movement. As an installation genre piece, it exemplifies Turrell’s exploration of light as a medium and its interaction with space.
The artwork features a luminous rectangular form projected onto the corner of a room, creating the illusion of a solid, glowing object. The interplay of light and shadows, coupled with the minimalist setting, accentuates the spatial perception, manipulating the viewer’s sense of depth and dimension. The stark, white light against the muted tones of the surrounding walls evokes a serene yet thought-provoking atmosphere, inviting contemplation on the nature of light and space.
