DIGITAL PORTFOLIO

DIGITAL PORTFOLIO

Pigeon Drones

Software:

  • Blender: Used for 3D modeling the pigeon drones and articulating the drone wings.

  • OBS Software: Used for live streaming the video feed from the pigeons into the gallery space.

Hardware:

  • Raspberry Pi: Controlled the camera inside the pigeon drones, enabling wireless video transmission.

Process:

  • SLS (Selective Laser Sintering): Used for creating durable, precise 3D prints of the pigeon drone bodies.

    • Post-processing:

      • Unearthing the models from the powdered nylon.

      • Cleaning and sandblasting to smooth surfaces.

      • Dying the drones to create an even coating

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Software:

  • Blender: Used to scale and refine the pigeon leg models for 3D printing.

Hardware:

  • Prusa MK4: Printed the legs with NylonX carbon fiber filament.

  • Filament Dryer: Ensured the filament was properly conditioned to prevent printing issues.

  • Garolite Bedplate: Used for optimal adhesion of the filament during printing.

  • Ruby-Tipped Nozzle: Selected for its ability to handle abrasive materials like NylonX with precision.

The Bird's Nest

Software:

  • OBS: Transmitted the live video feed from the pigeon drones to gaming monitors within the installation.

  • Pure Data: Used to create a 60-minute audio cycle. The software hybridized live audio captured from microphones with pre-recorded sounds of pigeon coos and 3D printing labor, distorting and augmenting the soundscape.

Hardware:

  • Microphones: Attached to the structure to capture live audio from the environment for processing in Pure Data.

  • Gaming Monitors: Displayed the live drone feed streamed through OBS.

Process:

  • Audio Cycle:

    • 30 minutes capturing live audio from the environment.

    • 30 minutes playing back processed and hybridized audio through Pure Data.

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talking shit

Software:

  • Blender: Used to model the bird shit, inspired by real patterns observed on concrete.

Hardware:

  • Prusa MK4: Utilized during the exhibition to 3D print the models in real-time, using TPU flexible filament.

  • Flash Drives: Embedded within the 3D-printed models, allowing users to plug them into a computer to access auto-captured data from the exhibition.

Process:

  • Data Interaction: The flash drive stored audio files auto-captured during the exhibition. To safely retrieve the data, users had to eject the embedded "shit" properly, ensuring no corruption occurred.

Endless loop

Software:

  • Adobe Illustrator: Used to design the stainless steel wings, modeled after the flight path of a pigeon taking off from a power line. The designs were converted t0 DXF files for large-scale industrial manufacturing.

Hardware:

  • Laser Cutter: Used to precisely cut the stainless steel wings based on the Illustrator designs.

  • Motor Conversion: The conveyor belt’s original DC motor was converted to an AC motor to allow power from a standard wall outlet, controlled by a speed controller for adjustable operation.

overnight Delivery

Software:

  • Blender: Modeled and animated the 3D pigeon drones for VR integration.

  • Unity: Collaboratively developed the VR simulation environment and interactive elements.

  • Photoshop: Edited a VR screengrab to reflect the effects of the simulation.

Process:

  • 3D Modeling to VR: The pigeons were designed, rigged, and animated in Blender, then integrated into Unity to create an immersive VR experience.

  • Printing: Final artwork was printed on HP PVC-Free Wallpaper, ensuring durability and eco-friendliness.

Printer Opera

Live Audio Performance and Recording of 3D Printer Sounds

A collaboration that recorded and manipulated the sounds of four Prusa MK4 3D printers during their printing process. The recorded audio was integrated into my thesis exhibition, blending the mechanical rhythms of the printers with real-time sound manipulation for a performative element.

Software:

  • Logic Pro: Used to capture, layer, and manipulate the live audio during the performance.

Hardware:

  • Prusa MK4: Provided the mechanical soundscapes through their printing processes.

  • Microphones: Individually mic’d each printer to capture distinct audio.

  • XLR Cables: Connected the microphones to the interface for high-quality recording.

  • Audio Interface: Enabled multi-channel recording and sound manipulation in Logic Pro.

  • Speakers: Played the manipulated audio live during the thesis exhibition.

  • Computer: Ran Logic Pro for live recording and editing.

black mirror

Software:

  • Autodesk Fusion 360: Modeled the horn, prongs, and plug for precise 3D printing and plating.

  • Blender: Modeled the 3D fairies for resin printing.

Hardware:

  • CNC Machine: Used to mill the foam base of the horse structure.

  • Formlabs 2: Resin printed the 3D fairies, horn, prongs, and plugs with high resolution.

    Nickel Plating: Applied to the horn, prongs, and plug for a metallic finish.

  • Marine Rope: Double-braided nylon cord, custom fabricated for the tail/cord by a rope company in Maine.

Process:

  • Modeling and Fabrication: The house structure was designed in 3D and fabricated using CNC milling and fiberglass coating.