Reactive Photo Wall
Reactive Photo Wall is a part of the exhibition Photographs in Dialogue at the Etihad Museum, Dubai. The 40 foot-long interactive media wall depicts the history, from the 1950s to 1970s, of the UAE in images.
In its default state, the wall consists of 31 tiny photo strips. Multiple optical sensors detect the positions of the people in the room. By this means, each of the strips can be triggered by visitors if they stop in front of it. The strip then unfolds, unveiling the entire photo with a short description providing historical context.
software
My part in this project was the creation of the software. The main challenge I faced was the logic behind the algorithm, which is responsible for reading and analyzing the sensor data and opening the right strip at the right moment.
setup in Dubai
In March 2020, I traveled to Dubai to set up the installation in the museum. It was an exciting experience working with people from contrasting cultures and working within a different hierarchy or work rhythm. Luckily I was able to take some photos and record footage of the installation. The results you can see in the video above. Props to Sascha Haus for the excellent background music!
Please check out the projects page to get more insights about the outline of the project and the participants.
In its default state, the wall consists of 31 tiny photo strips. Multiple optical sensors detect the positions of the people in the room. By this means, each of the strips can be triggered by visitors if they stop in front of it. The strip then unfolds, unveiling the entire photo with a short description providing historical context.
software
My part in this project was the creation of the software. The main challenge I faced was the logic behind the algorithm, which is responsible for reading and analyzing the sensor data and opening the right strip at the right moment.
setup in Dubai
In March 2020, I traveled to Dubai to set up the installation in the museum. It was an exciting experience working with people from contrasting cultures and working within a different hierarchy or work rhythm. Luckily I was able to take some photos and record footage of the installation. The results you can see in the video above. Props to Sascha Haus for the excellent background music!
Please check out the projects page to get more insights about the outline of the project and the participants.
