“Connection” is a new media art installation combining light, space, and music to create a dramatic three-dimensional representation of our inner emotions and the essence that binds us as human beings. In a time of ongoing global turmoil, mental health awareness has become more critical than ever. This installation seeks to further the conversation by exploring the duality of our unique perspectives and the universal emotions that connect us all.
At its core, Connection is an immersive experience that takes the audience through the shared cycle of human emotions. Using materials like glass, mirrors, metal, and light, the installation highlights the complexity of perception, reflection, and interaction. Each person who encounters the work experiences it from a slightly different perspective, yet remains connected by the same stream of emotions and the shared human journey.
《廊道的迴響》是一個新媒體藝術裝置，結合了光線，空間和音樂，以創造一個戲劇性的三維模擬，展現我們內在情感和連結所有人的本質。在持續的全球動盪中，心理健康意識變得更加重要。為了進一步推動對話， 《廊道的迴響》 的創作旨在凸顯我們獨特的觀點，同時也要彌補人與人之間的連結。
Made in collaboration with sound and installation artist Jhong Jia Yu / 鍾佳諭.
Exploring Perception & Connection
One of the installation’s key themes is perspective. Every audience member views the work from a unique angle, influenced by their own experiences and emotions. Despite these differences, Connection emphasizes the shared stream of life and emotions that unite us all.
By combining the tangible (materials, light, and sound) with the intangible (emotions and perception), the work bridges the gap between individuality and collective humanity. It invites viewers to reflect on their own emotions, while recognizing the common threads that link us all.
The Role of Music & Light
Music and lighting play a pivotal role in Connection, working together to portray the cyclical nature of human emotions. The performance takes the audience through six key emotional stages:
(1) Birth – The spark of life, represented by soft, growing light and gentle, hopeful melodies.
(2) Curiousity – A sense of wonder, expressed through shifting, multicolored lights and playful musical tones.
(3) Passion – Vibrant and intense, with bold light patterns and powerful musical crescendos.
(4) Frustration – Sharp, erratic lighting and discordant sounds evoke the tension of struggle.
(5) Loneliness – Dim, muted lighting and somber tones reflect isolation and introspection.
(6) Hopefulness – A gradual return to brighter, harmonious light and uplifting music, symbolizing renewal.
This narrative cycle repeats, mirroring the way emotions flow and return in life, connecting us on a metaphysical level.
Materials & Symbolism
The installation uses a combination of materials to represent both individuality and interconnectedness:
Glass and Acrylic: These materials symbolize peering outward and seeing the world through personal lenses, offering a slight reflection to suggest self-awareness and the influence of perspective.
Mirrors: Representing introspection, mirrors invite the audience to look inward and confront their own emotions and thoughts.
Metal: Used to absorb shadows, metal embodies the grounding elements of our existence—the weight of reality that contrasts with the ephemeral qualities of light and reflection.
Light: A central element, light represents the influences that pass through and reflect off of us. It serves as a metaphor for connection, illuminating both individual uniqueness and shared experiences.
A Shared Emotional Journey
Connection is not just an art installation—it’s a shared experience. Through its dynamic interplay of light, space, and music, it reminds us that while our perspectives may differ, we are all part of the same emotional cycle. In a time when mental health and global unity are pressing topics, Connection serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and beauty of our shared humanity.
Medium: lighting performance, music design, art installation.