POST-HUMANISM ARCHIVE
OVERVIEW
in the digital era, our identity is shaped or even confirmed through an endless stream of images, not only from human hands but also from machines. These images, taken without human intent or intervention, encapsulate moments often overlooked—capturing the essence of life at its most unguarded. Non-human photography offers a unique point of view into our world, free from the human subjective bias. Each image, unchosen and captured at random, presents a genuine portrayal of modern humanity—a sincere reflection of life itself
CONCEPT
for the purpose of this installation, the perspective is that of an external observer absorbing media generated by cameras deployed to surveil both ourselves and our surroundings, ultimately forming a sincere archive of modern humanity. In this context, the work explores how non-human entities might interpret the vast array of imagery produced. From surveillance footage to candid snapshots, each piece of media captures moments both mundane and extraordinary, offering a glimpse into the essence of contemporary life
PROCESS
non-human photography includes from various datasets, like satellite imagery and motion-activated cameras. Key metadata from each image was extracted using Python, followed by experiments with animation techniques to present them within a composition evoking archival aesthetics. The visual implementation involved P5.js, vanilla JavaScript and React.js
OUTPUT
the installation immerses visitors in a dense grid of non-human imagery, constantly evolving and updating. A mobile phone functions as a secondary interface, enabling real-time adjustments to the grid size or the option to switch to a metadata view. An immersive sound environment, inspired by the work of Ryoji Ikeda, adds a further sensory layer, shaping a fully enveloping experience. This additional dimension deepens the conceptual framework, portraying a computational entity that captures, collects, and analyzes data about humanity through processes that remain partly hidden from human perception. Viewed through this lens, the grid is experienced from the perspective of the machine, offering insight into how it interprets and seeks to comprehend the complexities of human existence through the imagery it generates
