This is an example of how the faces will be projected onto my puppets.

Four infra red leds are mounted within a surface and are tracked to reveal the position and rotation of the surface.

This video by Johnny Lee shows a method of using light sensors to map a projection onto a 3d surface.

The only problem with Johnny’s system is that it can’t be used with moving objects.

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This image shows how Tony films real eyes and projects them onto surfaces in a physical space. This idea of reconnecting objects with a physical space will be the focus of my next research.

The first concept is to probe the empathy people hold for computer generated visual communication compared with that of traditional physical mediums. Aspects of this concept are associated with the uncanny valley theory, the realism in artificial human faces get to a point where they they look creepy. Why is there not a similar problem with oil painting?

The second concept is an examination of happy accidents, a unexpected result in physical arts that is beneficial. Does the logical computation of imagery reduce the chance of unplanned results? An example of a happy accident is in Holga film cameras, they are not perfectly light tight and produce unique pictures when the film is exposed. Film camera do not give an undo option and a fair amount of mastery is required to get it right the first time.

The third concept is a study of the value given to digital art considering there is no original copy and infinite copies can be made. If a physical created illustration is viewed digitally, does it hold higher value than one created with software? Does the value given to digital and analogue art come from universal considerations such as composition, technique and energy?

Each tilt sensor is at a slightly different angle to detect if in arm is swinging, resting or holding an object.

This information can represented by two animated creatures that play, sleep or work according to the corresponding arm.

I haven’t decided on whether the display would be separate or integrated into the clothing.

The Daft Punk light suits led me to look into Electroluminescent wire (EL wire). Connecting EL wire to an arduino requires an inverter to convert DC to AC, so it will more difficult than LEDs but the wider light area will be worth the trouble.

This low polygon mask by Eric Testroete and other wire frame models have inspired me to create a mask in the shape of a simple geometric human head.

The mask will be made from flat planes of diffusing material, perhaps some sort of plastic film. El wire inside the mask will cause the head to light up uniformly. The EL wire could be triggered by sound or switches mounted beneath the wearers shoes. Air circulation and visibility will have to be considered, possibly black mesh could cover the eyes and mouth.

Nintendo Power glove

Daft punk light suits

LED hoodie bomb scare

Examples of the scanimate video synthesizer

Tim and Eric use modern techniques to replicate the old video synthesizers.

paper rads flashing images should come with a warning, jimmy joe roche using a diamond transition

An improvised performance will take place between virtual performers and a virtual camera. There will also need be an improvised performance between elements controlled within the environment and a virtual camera. To optimize the improvised possibilities there will need to be freedom in every possible aspect of the virtual performers. A Midi controller will be used to interface with interactive elements in the environment and could also be used to create audio. A game controller would be perfect for manipulating the virtual camera because it will help to make the movements of the camera more mastered.