Over the years, in making art, I have constantly explored issues dealing with space, time, light, and society. I am particularly interested in how the light of a space determines how we see that space and similarly, in how light and color are actually phenomena within us, within our own eyes.
Olafur EliassonI don't think you need to be so result-oriented when you're trying to define the success of an art work. I think we can allow some unpredictability.
Olafur EliassonFor the sake of sanity, the brain and the eyes keep things simple. But take away the sense of sight and suddenly things are not so simple.
Olafur EliassonIve walked a lot in the mountains in Iceland. And as you come to a new valley, as you come to a new landscape, you have a certain view. If you stand still, the landscape doesnt necessarily tell you how big it is. It doesnt really tell you what youre looking at. The moment you start to move the mountain starts to move.
Olafur Eliasson