Random Dialogues

Everyone experiences art differently, this is especially true for people in Canada who come from different cultural and economic backgrounds. While one can describe what they are thinking sometimes words cannot properly describe the topic at hand.

My idea for Harbourfront is an interactive video installation that has both physical and digital components. Presented in a stream of consciousness style the videos are designed to be culturally inclusive by not pertaining to a single language, medium or form. Similar the the language Esparanto these videos will try be an attempt at creating an universal language through art.

The videos will be a response to an experience at Harborfront, either, music concert, dance performance, or art exhibit. At each attraction there will be a scan life bar code. After signing up the user can contribute to the online video project and can subscribe to further updates. Once a visitor has experienced an event he or she will be encouraged to submit a direct response that will be added an online library, which can also be accessed from Harborfront’s web site.

The content of the response could be from the users personal image collection, a stock Harborfront archive, or from the physical installation at the centre. The physical part of the installation on the Harborfront site will consist of physical media such as a chalkboard, green screen with a mounted video camera, and an audio recorder. In addition to adding a different aesthetic to the content the installation will also allow people to for people without smart phones to contribute to the project. The videos and access to the project will also be published from the Harborfront Website. However once a person Finally, there will also be screens in selected locations playing the videos.

While I recognize that there is room for refinement and improvement I hope this installation will help people from all different cultures connect to new ideas and experiences at the World Routes Festival.