Electronic Arts

Butterflies in Trance














Background
This project explores the creation of an autonomous device built using Arduino, motors, and sensors.

Inspired by the optical effect of traditional zoetropes, the objective was to synchronize stroboscopic lighting with a rotating motorized base in order to produce three-dimensional animations.




















Process Journal

Process Journal - PDF

The concept of the loop became particularly compelling as a conceptual tool. 

The constant cycle evokes ideas of eternity and the infinite continuity of certain circumstances—often associated with feelings of being trapped and the experience of monotony within repetitive behaviors.