Creating New Spaces: Interviews with artists redefining spaces through technology

Seph Li discusses the generative installation called "Phase". The piece combines interaction and computational logic to create a unique and immersive experience for participants. Seph merges algorithms from the Wolfram Physics Project with traditional Chinese ink painting simulations, creating an interactive universe where visitors' actions influence the artwork's evolution. Some of the other thin...

Asaco and Toyoshi Morioka of SPEKTRA discuss the creation of 'Vectorize(Prototype)' an audiovisual installation prototype in a performing arts theatre. SPEKTRA, based in Kyoto, is a group known for its experimental and expressive work. Their primary focus is on installations involving lights and audio. 'Vectorize(Prototype)' represents a shift, using flat beam lights in a performan...

Harvey Moon from Spectra Studio discusses creating 'Zephyr,' an interactive origami object that responds to visitors' breath and movement. Spectra Studio is a multidisciplinary collective based in Los Angeles. They create multi-sensory experiences meant to be shared. They work on experimental projects like 'Zephyr' and also provide services to clients. In the interview, we expl...

In this interview, Nora Gibson discusses her interactive installation called 'the dream'. Participants in 'the dream' wear EEG headsets to animate a particle system that is projected onto translucent screens in a room bathed in pale blue light. Nora’s background is in contemporary ballet and choreography. During the conversation some of the topics that are explored are interactive works as a way o...

In this interview, Christian Skjødt Hasselstrøm is talking about the creation of a site-specific installation called The Receiver. His works explore our sensory perception and the limitations of our senses. His pieces are often site-specific. Highlights  (0:00:00) Prototyping site-specific work  (0:00:51 ) Description of the "The Receiver" installation and its sensory experience  (0:03:1...

In this interview Michael Sedbon is talking about the making of Cryptographic Beings installation. The conversation explores the difference between working with biology and engineered digital technology, prototyping and learning.  Highlights (0:00:00) The control you have over biology (0:01:08) Introduction to the Crypto Being installation (0:02:51) The slow movement of the algae in the installati...

In this interview Daniele Hopkins and Kyle Duffield are talking about the making of a physical game called Schwister. The conversation explores the cross over between branding work  and experimental work, constraints and prototyping.  Chapters (0:00:00) Play testing (0:01:21) Introduction to the game Schwister and its experience for players. (0:02:24) The idea for Schwister came from a commission...

In this interview Louise Devenish and Stuart James are talking about making 'Alluvial Gold,’ which exists both as an art installation and as a concert performance. It’s created by Louise Devenish and percussionist, visual artist Erin Coates and composer Stuart James. Erin was not available to join in the conversation. The interview explores collaboration and the challenges of remote collaborat...