User:ZUZU/t2 assessment
Trimester 2 Assessment
In the next fifteen minutes, I will follow the timeline of the past two trimesters to share the content I have been involved in producing, while also interspersing some reflections on learning. |
Destroy Protocool
We established an interesting framework about protocols to present the entire broadcast, exploring how protocols play out in different scenarios, from the smallest details gradually expanding to a macroscopic perspective: starting with breakfast protocols, delving into the uniquely human everyday microbehaviors. Then, we transitioned to broader conversations within the city, where participants might be thousands of miles apart but connected through communication protocols. This part involved interviewing different individuals, asking them about their views on protocols. My approach was to refrain from intervening in their thought process; instead, I simply posed questions, and the respondents' answers were integrated. I attempted to clone each person's voice and then read out the machine-translated English version. |
Next, we extended our focus to the natural world, exploring the communication methods of animals far from human communities. This idea stemmed from using oscillators in Ableton, which simulate the vibrations of animals in nature to create sound effects. Initially, I wondered if I could use these models to create sound effects, but I found that it required a comprehensive understanding of mathematics and physics, which was beyond my expertise. So, I shifted direction and used a machine to read out this oscillator's model, while combining the sound with the music generated by the effects processor. |
Picnic Box
During the process of determining the theme for SI22, one of the stages involved providing a descriptive audio snippet for the preferred theme. I attempted to personify the picnic box, portraying it not just as a simple container, but as an experience. Inside the picnic box are unique items such as the magical picnic mat and mysterious cards linked to protocols, providing users with opportunities for exploration and sharing. Its gathering scene creates a pleasant atmosphere, evoking feelings of warmth and joy. The openness of the picnic box reflects its inclusivity, allowing anyone to join and adding vibrancy to the experience. Lastly, when the picnic box is closed, what remains are precious memories and experiences, leaving a sense of satisfaction and happiness.
However, it is somewhat poignant that this theme did not continue, and it also made me feel a sense of being lost, lost in the discussions during the meetings. This feeling of being lost was particularly strong during SI22.
Rain Receiver
During the initial stages of joining the production of Rain Receiver, I attempted to integrate audio with visual text output. There were some experiments with Touch Designer, where black fragmented effects changed in response to the audio. I found that creating outputs that combine production with interaction, emotion, and visuals was incredibly intriguing.
As the concept of Rain Receiver became more defined, the visual accompaniment seemed somewhat redundant. Therefore, I began to focus on the textual form. The sense of belonging became a key theme. When survivors touched the device, the content generated came directly from the shelter's producers: xpub's pad. This was also my first exposure to Python. While the code didn't take much time, connecting it to the dot matrix printer required significant effort. Unexpected issues arose during the final exhibition.