Location:
The Brendan Iribe Center, Room 0110
Brendan Iribe Center for Computer Science and Engineering
8125 Paint Branch Drive, College Park MD 20742
LED BY KATHERINE HELEN FISHER
In an era where the digital and physical realms are increasingly intertwined, our workshop, "Dancing the Hyperreal: Real-Time Choreographic Interfaces," introduces a groundbreaking exploration at the intersection of technology, movement and digital imagery. We have developed a unique series of real-time choreographic interfaces that leverage sensors to capture motion data from the human body. This data is then transformed into generative visual imagery, often employing photographic forms that delve into the concept of hyperreality. Our work comments on our embodied existence within a contemporary landscape saturated with mediated images and omnipresent screens.
These interfaces are designed to foster an environment of open interaction, encouraging participants to engage playfully and meaningfully with the technology. This engagement not only allows individuals to connect more deeply with their physical presence but also to experience their own images in an amplified, larger-than-life context. The aim is to bridge the gap between the tangible and the virtual, offering a reflective lens on how we navigate our increasingly digitized lives.
Moving beyond the traditional confines of data representation, this workshop reimagines how we perceive and interact with information. Instead of viewing individuals as mere data points, we embrace the complexity of human experience through the lens of movement and interactive technology. By embodying data in this innovative manner, we unlock new pathways for communication and understanding, making abstract concepts intimately accessible and engaging.
Participants will be immersed in a hands-on experience, exploring how these interfaces can transform their movements into dynamic visual narratives. This process not only demystifies the technology behind the interfaces but also invites a deeper contemplation of our place within a hyperreal world.
This event is part of Moving with Screens + Machines: A Symposium on Embodied Practices and Technology.