When You Notice

This interactive typographic installation invites visitors to consider the quiet power of emotional awareness. Crafted from laser-cut words joined into a single sculptural composition, the piece presents a dense field of language surrounding one open-ended prompt:

“When you notice your emotions, you begin to…”

Using the Artivive app on a tablet or smartphone, viewers scan the piece to reveal an augmented reality layer. As the static letters begin to shift and move, select words from across the composition float forward and assemble into full sentences. These emerging phrases—such as “Respond with intention not impulse” or “Feel more grounded and present”—reflect the subtle yet profound shifts that emotional clarity can create in our lives and relationships.

By blending tactile form with digital movement, this work transforms a moment of observation into a layered, interactive experience. It reminds us that beneath the surface of language lies a deeper emotional truth—one that comes into focus only when we take the time to notice what we feel.