Body Movies

2003

Rafael Lozano-Hemmer (CA) (MX)

Body Movies by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer is a 'relational architecture' installation presented at the Hauptplatz Square in Linz. The piece entails over 1,000 square metres of interactive projections activated by passers-by. The project has been awarded a Distinction at this year's Interactive Art category of Prix Ars Electronica.
Thousands of portraits are projected on giant screens, using robotically controlled projectors located on towers around the square. However, the portraits are completely washed out by powerful xenon light sources placed at ground level. When people cross the square their shadows appear on the screens and the portraits are revealed within them. The shadows and portraits generate a play of reverse puppetry and embodied representation.

The project is made possible by the generous support of SAP AG .

Supported by Stadt Linz, ORF Oberösterreich, MCE Voest AG, Linz AG, Fischnaller für ihre Unterstützung.