S- Self- S

S - Self - S

Immersive Interactive Installation

Multiple fabric, Speaker, Projectors, Sensor

206cm*206cm*265cm

2022

#TouchDesigner · #Arduino · #Blender · #Adobe Audition

Prototyping + Visual and Sound Design + Interactive Art + Creative Technology

S - Self - S is an interactive and immersive installation that combines sound and dynamic imagery. It delves into the multifaceted nature of human beings, embracing even the shadow side that contributes to our uniqueness. The artwork aims to evoke introspection and prompt a reconsideration of our own shadows.

The installation takes the form of an irregular cube with intersecting layers, resembling a spider's web or cocoon, deliberately creating an inaccessible environment for the audience. This mirrors the journey of acknowledging and accepting our shadow selves. Each layer employs different materials, symbolizing diverse processes of individuality. Depending on audiences’ location, they will have two distinct experiences.

Depending on their location, viewers will have two distinct experiences. As they walk around the installation, they will encounter mirrored text that is challenging to read, along with a 3D human face portraying a serene and gentle character, albeit with only half the face visible. These images represent the positive aspects of human nature. However, upon entering the installation and engaging in movement, they will encounter the other half of the face, which is distorted, and the text will become legible. The words and half of the face express the shadow aspects of personality.

The words are contrasting with the accompanying sound. The positive sound will influence the motion of negative words.

The sound emanates from various individuals, each speaking in their native language, totaling eight languages. This audio component provides a closer connection to their authentic selves, showcasing all expressions as positive. People tend to present their best selves to others while concealing their shadows. Thus, the process of entering the installation becomes a profound exploration of oneself.

Due to limitations in the gallery setup, the intended dark space required for the installation could not be fully realized, resulting in a compromised presentation of the works. The following images, titled "Prototype in the ideal environment," provide a glimpse of how the work would ideally appear in an environment that meets its specific requirements.