Seira, a series of digital video artworks, is a synthesis of modern day technology and the yearning for profound human experiences. Utilizing TouchDesigner, AI software, code, and my original designs, I explore the intersection of the digital and the organic– drawing inspiration from technoromanticism, ancient Greek sirens, and synesthesia.
At its heart, this series is an exploration of the complex relationship between death and _l'appel du vide_—the call of the void. This psychological phenomenon, which tempts humans with the allure of self-destruction, is mirrored in the ancient myth of the sirens. The siren's song, like the void, is a lure that challenges us to confront our deepest impulses—the pull towards oblivion and the simultaneous yearning for transcendence. I intentionally draw a parallel between _l'appel du vide_ and the siren’s call, as both are manifestations of our intrinsic fascination with the unknown, with that which lies beyond the boundaries of safety and rationality.
Through a multi-faceted and generative process, I attempt to mirror the unpredictability of life and the inevitability of death. This digital medium allows me to create a space where the boundaries between control and chaos, attraction and repulsion, are blurred. The synesthetic elements of each piece—where sound, color, and motion intertwine—are designed to immerse the viewer in this tension, provoking a visceral response that goes beyond the visual. This series is more than a personal exploration; it is a call to the viewer to engage with their own relationship with the void, the ever-present shadow of mortality, and the seductive dangers of yielding to the unknown. It is an invitation to reflect on the delicate balance between creation and destruction, desire and annihilation, and the eternal human dance with the abyss.