"Move the Ocean" is an experimental interactive installation and research by Beka Tcharbadze and Baris Pekcagliyan that explores the concept of being the ocean. Through the use of Kinect sensors, Touchdesigner and Unreal Engine, the ocean is transformed into a non-humanoid virtual avatar of the viewer, inviting them to experience the ocean in a new and immersive way.
The installation is meant to be diversely interpreted, and can have a completely different meaning varying from one viewer to the next. It invites the viewer to ponder on the question: What could it be to be the ocean? And what can the ocean teach us?
Tao, which is often translated as "the way," is a central principle in Chinese philosophy that emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with the natural world and embracing the flow of life. Wu Wei, which means "effortless action," is a key aspect of Taoism that encourages individuals to let go of control and allow things to unfold naturally.
Can the ocean, as a natural element, teach us the importance of embracing the natural movement of life? Just like the ocean does not think, it flows.
"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." - Lao Tzu
Exhibited at:
Humandroid Art Festival on 14-24.09.22 at Dock11 Berlin
Open Lab on 15-18.12.22 at Dock11 Berlin
