August 30, 2004
WiFi.ArtCache
Well, there isn't a toot-your-own-horn category, but this project I am exhibiting may be of interest to some of you who are interested in pushing the boundaries of Flash-based interactive art. This is a CFP, in effect. We are looking for Art-Technologists interested in contributing work that would be exhibited using the WiFi.ArtCache at the upcoming Spectropolis event during the first week of October.
WiFi.ArtCache is a platform for experimenting with location and proximity based digital art media.
By simply coding to a provided ActionScript 2.0 API, Flash artists are able to create an interactive experience that changes based on how many people have downloaded their work, how many people are currently interacting with their art object, or whether it is currently in range of the WiFi.ArtCache.
![ArtCacheSchematic[1].gif](http://www.we-make-money-not-art.com/xxx/ArtCacheSchematic[1].gif)
The WiFi.ArtCache, developed by Julian Bleecker with support from Eyebeam Atelier, is a server containing a WiFi access point. When exhibited at the Spectropolis event at New York City Hall Park (October 1-4, 2004.), the WiFi.ArtCache will contain a storehouse of art objects. Visitors to the event can download these art objects onto their 802.11 equipped laptops and experience the artists' interpretation of location and proximity effects. WiFi.ArtCache is looking for art-technologists willing to contribute during Spectropolis. Deadline for submissions is September 26th. Submissions, questions and inquiries should be sent to wifiartcache at techkwondo dot com.
Additionally, the WiFi.ArtCache will contain a generic storehouse of digital ephemera that visitors can upload and download to the server. Scratchy audio, yellowed digital documents, discolored image files and spoiled emails can all be found and dropped off at the WiFi.ArtCache.
Posted by jbleecker at August 30, 2004 02:57 PMComments
This looks really interesting. I'm going to have to download the .as files when I get back to my machine and (when I have some time, before sept 26, sigh) play around with this. seems like a nice implementation of the idea of LAPTOP as MOBILE device.
Posted by: will at August 30, 2004 04:21 PM
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