Hello, my name is Don Whitaker and Brain Blinks is my virtual studio. Come on in and have a look around.

I'm following my creative whims, exploring the intersection of art and technology. I’m currently obsessed with laser cutting, 3D printing, tabletop miniatures, and board games.

Where did the Brain Blinks name come from?

I read about John Kounious and his research into the Aha! moment - that feeling when you make an intuitive leap or suddenly solve a pesky problem. He discovered that right before this happens the brain can shut down your visual processing to prepare itself. He called this a Brain Blink and it is likely an important part of the creative process. I love those Aha! moments - and the phrase stuck with me.

Brain Blinks was also the name of a series of daily video experiments that I created in 2011.

I’m taking a break from selling my creations. I’ve used the profits from my previous efforts to build an awesome workshop. I’d like to relax and enjoy that for a while with no expectations or responsibilities.