Augmented Reality
The Augmented Reality series was born in response to Art in the Age of Now, a group exhibition in the derelict Fulham Town Hall (London, UK). This ongoing collection explores how cutting-edge technology can add new layers of meaning and visual depth to physical artworks, expanding the viewer’s experience beyond what is immediately visible.
One of the works in this series brings to life two insects - an animated monarch butterfly and a common fly. The butterfly, a species in rapid decline, embodies fragility and loss, while the fly, an enduring survivor, will likely outlast us all. As viewers witness their movements and hear their sounds, they are invited to examine their own emotional responses - what do we instinctively value, and why? The piece subtly raises questions about the future of biodiversity and the shifting balance of life on Earth.
Another work in the series features the slow, rhythmic pulse of a blue whale’s heartbeat, accompanied by an abstract animation. The largest creature to have ever lived, the blue whale remains endangered, yet its numbers are gradually recovering. This piece is an offering of hope - a reminder that resilience and renewal are possible, even in the face of destruction.
In 2021, these works were exhibited at Art in the Age of Now, the exhibition called “Unmissable” by Forbes. The series continue to evolve, pushing the boundaries of how technology and art can merge to create immersive, thought-provoking experiences. Watch the demo video above and learn more in the Artivive interview.
