performance for a matrix of 64 gas balloons, lights, and sound
Through variable positioning and illumination of each balloon, a dynamic display sculpture comes into being, composed of physical objects, patterns of light, and synchronous rhythmic and textural sonic events.
Change, sound, and movement converge into a larger form.
The height of the helium balloons is adjusted with a computer-controlled cable, whilst the internal illumination is accomplished using dimmable super-bright LEDs, creating a pixel in a warped 8x8 spatial matrix.. The sonic events, the patterns of light, and the movement of the balloons are manipulated in real time as a 45-60 minute-long performance.
ATOM has been shown at many international events and venues, including Siggraph USA, Berghain Club Berlin, STRP Festival Netherlands, Centre Pompidou Paris France, MUTEK Festival Montreal Canada and TRAMA Festival Porto Portugal.
balloon motion control: Christopher Bauder Music, sound design & LED patterns: Robert Henke |
