Water or More (2020) invites viewers to immerse themselves in an evocative exploration of water’s multifaceted essence, capturing its environmental significance and poetic beauty through two interconnected projects.
At the forefront of the exhibition, a striking black curtain adorned with a series of digital illustrations immediately draws the eye. These visuals, derived from my earlier project "White Portrait," blend 3D-modeled human portraits with the fluidity of water. Through augmented reality, the illustrations come to life with intricate animations, offering a profound commentary on environmental issues and humanity’s deep, complex relationship with this essential element.
Beyond the curtain lies an interactive installation—a space where ethereal water imagery manifests in real-time. Projected onto translucent screens, these dynamic, watery landscapes respond fluidly to the movements of viewers, captured by a perceptive Kinect sensor. In this immersive dialogue of motion and reflection, spectators become active participants, co-creating an ever-evolving narrative in harmony with the flowing visuals.
Expanding the artistic exploration, a collaboration with performing artist Courtney Liu introduces a visceral fusion of movement and water. As Courtney’s captivating performance unfolds, her kinetic expressions intertwine with the responsive water imagery, weaving a poetic tapestry of embodied motion and the aqueous realm.
Through Water or More (2020), audiences are invited on a transformative sensory journey to reflect on their connection to water and its ecological importance. The exhibition merges visuals, motion, and human interaction to create a profound dialogue between art, environment, and shared existence—an intricate dance of liquid poetry that lingers long after the experience.
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Below are some documentation of my process:
