NoodleFeet is the functioning robotic manifestation of an illustrated character built from light metal, 3D-printed parts and found objects. Noodle has been developed with mechanical and electronic systems which allow him to exhibit behaviors when stimulated by objects in his environment. His purpose is to exist freely in the world while reacting to situational encounters using self-defining methods of personal expression. Where most technology has a practical or utilitarian application meant to enhance our lives, Noodle is a unique entity who functions without regard to a human’s perception of his purpose or usefulness. The artist’s goal is for this to provoke consideration about the motivation behind humanity’s current innovations. She hopes that those who interact with Noodle will witness a meaningful sense of self from him that will encourage reflection with regard to the value of their own relationship to the technology common in everyday life.

Credits

This project is presented in the framework of the European Digital Art and Science Network and co-funded by the Creative Europe program of the European Union.

The incident happened at 8.32 pm. on June 27, 2015. Total injuries were 484 people, including 15 deaths, with 44 percent burns to their bodies. Most sadly, the victims were young people between the ages of 18 and 29. Many of the burns patients are still undergoing physical and psychological treatment.

Healing through Art and Technology

Through this project the artists aim to bring back a colorful future to young victims through music, art and technology. The patients can compose their own melodies using the application created by digital artists. The application not only interacts with Kinect technology but also engages in the process of rehabilitation.

Étude Showcase

Based on the users’ composing record, digital artists extracted melody patterns and generated music from algorithms by using live coding techniques, known as algorithmic rave. Digital artists performed as improvisers, creating live music and a party interacting with the audience. The showcase acts as a platform that documents how these music therapy sessions changed methods of rehabilitation and fine art.

Project mentor: Ali Hossaini
Digital artist of original work: Hsin Jen Wang (Aluan)
Performers of 2017: Shin-Chia Thio (Vibert Thio), I-Ang Du (Duanger Du)
Experiment executives: Bella Lee, Jonathan Wu
Experiment participant (burns victim): You Xuan Lin
Filming and editing: Mon Cher Ho, Jun Kai Lin

Advised by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of China
Presented by Quanta Arts Foundation, QA Ring and Ars Electronica
Sponsored by Quanta Computer