Alive Stream (Fluorozoa)

Alive Stream presents a swarm of luminiscent artifacts, seamlessly blending technology with nature. Floating gracefully across both natural and man-made water bodies, like rivers or canals, this luminous web is far more than just a visual marvel.

Its integrated sensors empower the installation to sense the underlying aquatic forces, transforming them into vivid light patterns. These fluorescent artifacts not only reveal the hidden currents and disturbances beneath the surface but also capture the water's memories and offer glimpses into its potential futures.

The installation features 49 bespoke artifacts, each designed to emit luminescence when exposed to low-voltage ultraviolet LED lighting. These artifacts are interconnected, forming a network managed by a compact Raspberry Pi computer. Equipped with sensors submerged in water, the computer gauges and records data from the water motion and deciphers current patterns. A self written algorithm then determines the light sequences, adjusting the overall brightness of the network and each individual node.

The outcome is an ever-evolving conversation between the light network and the water currents