In the Flow draws inspiration from the majestic Karst mountains, which, according to legend, stood beneath the ocean hundreds of millions of years ago. Utilizing these uniquely sculpted surfaces as a dynamic canvas, blending the virtual with the real, the ancient oceanic past with the contemporary terrestrial landscape, In the Flow investigates the complex interplay between human narratives and natural histories. The installation symbolically reconnects the past and present by digitally restoring the water flow onto the Karst surfaces. This dialogue underscores the cyclical rhythms inherent in nature, fostering multi-dimensional interactions among past, present, and future.

The artist employs advanced technological tools, particularly Houdini software, to transform 3D scans obtained via drone photography of weathered mountain textures into authentic water flow data. This data undergoes sophisticated re-rendering algorithms and artistic stylization processes, resulting in intricate three-dimensional projections embedded onto the natural mountain contours, evoking the aesthetic elegance of traditional ink-wash paintings. Complementing these visual elements, digitally simulated natural sounds derived directly from water flow data harmonize with computer-generated effects, enhancing the immersive sensory experience.

At its core, In the Flow reflects on human emotional experiences mediated by emerging technology, enhancing perceptions of reality through innovative virtual methods. The powerful final projection, created through multiple high-lumen projectors onto the mountain's climbing surface, following this trace of light, people witness an ongoing dialogue between the present moment and a distant past spanning hundreds of millions of years.

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