3X0šAMáN

3X0šAMáN (pronounced exo-shaman) is a study on the transformative power of a generative system, turning an ordinary person into a digital shaman.

This artwork leverages the capabilities of advanced computational techniques to capture and manipulate the images of an individual standing in front of a computer equipped with a webcam. As these images are transformed into a geometrical, psychedelic flow of triangles and lines, the visual representation transcends the ordinary, creating an immersive and otherworldly experience. This process not only creates the artwork’s visual aesthetics but also has a profound impact on the psychological and emotional state of the interactor. The generative system’s dynamic and fluid visuals serve as a mirror, reflecting and fostering a transformed and supernatural version of the individual. This reflection compels the person to engage with their new digital identity, exploring and embracing the role of the shaman within this virtual performance. The interplay between the self and its digital counterpart creates a powerful feedback loop, where the boundaries between the real and the virtual blur, leading to a unique form of self-exploration and expression. The video art version is a real time capture of a runtime performance with the author.