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AI-Powered Interactive Sculpture | 2024

AI-powered sculpture that facilitates conversations about Black culture through real-time voice synthesis and synchronized LED visuals.
Technical Stack 
CHATGPT:Custom-trained ChatGPT responses using curated dataset of Black cultural narratives and historical content"
CHATGPT:Custom-trained ChatGPT responses using curated dataset of Black cultural narratives and historical content"
TouchDesigner: Real-time Visuals
TouchDesigner: Real-time Visuals
ElevenLabs: Voice Synthesis
ElevenLabs: Voice Synthesis
Arduino: Hardware Control
Arduino: Hardware Control
CONCEPTUALIZATION
Modular design for transport between Brooklyn and Manhattan exhibitions
SHAPR3D FULL SCULPTURE
SHAPR3D FULL SCULPTURE
BOTTOM OF SCULPTURE
BOTTOM OF SCULPTURE
SHAPR3D BOTTOM OF SCULPTURE
SHAPR3D BOTTOM OF SCULPTURE
SHAPR3D 3D PRINTED TOP PIECE
SHAPR3D 3D PRINTED TOP PIECE
FABRICATION & ASSEMBLY
Custom fabricated components with detachable, modular structure
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Real-time LED control via serial communication and AI integration
touchdesigner interface
touchdesigner interface
generating a response
generating a response
returns to breathe mode
returns to breathe mode
LIVE INSTALLATION
One Art Space (May 2024) & Pratt Institute (Aug-Sept 2024)
AI CONVERSATION SAMPLES
RESULTS: 200+ conversations facilitated across 2 major exhibitions 
RECOGNITION: Funded by Pratt STEAMPlant Initiative

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