Interactive Light Sculpture
Kinetic installation where light bends in reaction to user movement, created using React Three Fiber and GLSL shaders.
About This Project
This immersive installation redefines the relationship between physical space and luminous form. The sculpture responds to motion and audio frequency inputs, creating a fluid interplay between viewer and environment.
Technologies
Key Features
- • Real-time particle trails reacting to sound
- • Multi-sensor array capturing spatial movement
- • Dynamic lighting that evolves with visitor proximity
- • Responsive color palettes based on ambient light
Behind the Glitch
Shader Development
Implemented complex GLSL shaders to create liquid light effects that respond to both audio and movement inputs. The particle system includes perlin noise-based turbulence for organic motion patterns.
Sensor Integration
Integrated with depth-sensing camera systems and environmental microphones. The sensor array captures both proximity data and ambient noise levels to modulate the installation in real-time.
Performance
Achieved 60+ fps rendering with hundreds of thousands of particles through shader-based optimization techniques and efficient memory management strategies.
Development Process
Conceptualization
The idea originated from exploring how light could become an interactive narrative medium. Created initial sketches in Procreate focusing on organic movement patterns.
Rapid Prototyping
Built early prototypes using TouchDesigner and Unity to test physical responses. Refined particle behavior through iterative testing with different sensor arrays.
Implementation
Implemented the final version in React Three Fiber with custom HLSL shaders. Optimized for high performance while maintaining visual fidelity.
Testing & Refinement
Conducted extensive user testing sessions with different age groups to refine the interaction experience. Adjusted sensitivity levels based on real-world feedback.
Visual Showcase
Kinetic Patterns
Visual representation of audio-driven particle trails
Luminous Flow
Light intensity modulation based on movement detection
Sensor Mapping
Visual representation of depth sensor input processing
Collaborations
This installation was developed through a partnership with [Creative Fabrication Co.], who provided both the initial concept brief and the technical hardware requirements.
Special Thanks
- • [Creative Fabrication Co.]
- • Technical Hardware Team
- • Lighting Consultants
Want to Bring This to Your Space?
This installation is available for custom commissions and public exhibitions. We can adapt its core technology to fit your specific space requirements.
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