For my project, I created a viewing box which helps contain and control the flow of smoke such that it can be visualized using lasers. The original design intended for the containment box to have viewing windows on all sides to maximize the number of ways you can see the smoke forms. This was cut…
Author: Jon Venne
Polish&Present: Jon Venne
These last few days it’s all really been coming together. I’ve installed reflective panels on the inside of the box to give more illumination to the smoke forms. I’ve also created a viewing panel to see into the box without letting smoke out. I’ve made the incense holes wider so they are less intrusive into the…
Everything Working: Jon Venne
As of now, everything technical does work. The laser (both hand held and barcode scanner) visualize the smoke forms nicely (though I prefer the hand held version). My main issues as of now are really those of design. I have come to a cross roads in the idea of using a “blackout box” as it…
Failure and Recalibration: Jon Venne
The main issue I tried to tackle was controlling the air flow in the box. I found (accidentally) that sticking my laser pointer in the bottom creating a small hole really helped move the smoke up and out the vent holes in the top, so this week my goal was to experiment with that. I…
Maquette: Jon Venne
My Maquette: My maquette is essentially a cardboard framed box covered in saran wrap. I put holes in the top to promote airflow for the smoke and a small hole in the bottom to hold the incense stick. And at this point, I have been sticking the laser pointer in through the bottom and wiggling it…
Project Concept: Jon Venne with 2 Ideas
From looking through light artists, I was most interested in pieces that utilise natural or existent forms and enhancing them with light. So for my 2 ideas, I wanted to do light enhancements in real time with user interactivity to experience unique visuals. Ideas 1: Water Agitation Visualizer Essentially starting with a fish tank-esc container full…
Light Artist: Marshmallow Laser Feast
Aside from having an amazing name, Marshmallow Laser Feast (MLF) is known for creating stunning, interactive visual collaborations. Most often, their work is in coordination with other artists / outside organizations where MLF tends to work toward helping their goal to be achieved through the innovative use of new / modern media, especially VR and…
Introduction: Jon Venne
Hi, I’m Jon and I like lights and art. I am a senior studying Mathematics but a freshman in terms of light art. In particular, I’m interested in art that takes advantage of present context. Something that can be unique and new every time but that you can tell is from the same source like how…