Echoes of Tomorrow [WIP]


YEAR:2024

SECRET SAUCE: real-time generative visuals, whale recordings

#TAGS: audiovisual, generative, touchdesigner, climate change


Exhibited: Groningen Forum, Netherlands (2024)

Published on:July, 2024

Updated on: Jan, 2025


Echoes of Tomorrow is an immersive generative audio-visual digital art project designed to raise awareness about climate change by combining the Coriolis force with the haunting calls of whales. The visual component of artwork features swirling, hypnotic patterns inspired by the Coriolis force, which influences ocean currents and atmospheric phenomena. These patterns dynamically evolve, mimicking the natural fluid motions of our planet's climate systems. Accompanying the visuals, the soundscape is composed of real life scientific recordings of whale songs , their deep, resonant calls echoing through the space. These majestic sounds are processed and layered to reflect the changing state of the oceans and the creatures within them. The generative visuals responds to the audio signals in real time, creating a symphony of natural forces that underscores the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. Furthermore, the soundscape subtly alters the flow and interaction of these visual elements, symbolizing the impact on the oceanic environment. By blending the Coriolis effect's fluid dynamics with the profound and emotive whale songs, artwork aims to evoke a deep emotional response in its audience. It serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty and fragility of our planet, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action. The installation not only highlights the current environmental challenges but also inspires hope and a vision for a sustainable future, encouraging viewers to reflect on their role in preserving the Earth’s delicate balance. Please turn on the sound.








As global temperatures rise, our oceans absorb the majority of this excess heat, leading to increased sea surface temperatures. This warming triggers marine heatwaves, which disrupt delicate marine ecosystems, causing widespread coral bleaching, altering species distributions, and threatening the survival of numerous marine organisms. The swirling visual patterns in the installation reflect the chaotic and destabilizing effects of these heatwaves, showing how rising sea levels and temperatures can lead to more intense and frequent storms, affecting both marine and coastal life.







To be continued...