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| project name: artist name: artforms: science engagements: science partners: project description: In 'Pin Cushion', a female character is projected onto a rubber cushion. Large acupuncture needles are embedded into the character's face. When the viewer touches the needles the projected woman responds and devolves. The rate at which the image changes and the instantaneous morphology, which the degrading image assumes, depend upon the following physiological properties of the viewer: electrical conductivity or resistance to electrical currents, and the electrical static charge, which the viewer's own body is loaded with. When the system is turned off the woman's face is digitally revitalised and reappears restored. A closer look though might reveal a mark or a scar - a reminder of the actions that took place the day before. The character's lifespan and wellbeing are dictated by the collective intentions of the viewers/participants over the exhibition period. Collaborators: Software design: Gary Zebington Sound design: Shannon O' Neill exhibition history: links: | movies:  Pin Cushion Image |