Projects
Surrender(d)
Surrender(d)
This project began as an exploration of how breath and subtle movement could be translated into real-time generative visuals and sound.
I experimented with building a custom breath sensor, linking it to TouchDesigner, and shaping a particle-based visual world that responds directly to airflow.
Alongside this, I used Ableton Live to create a shifting sonic environment whose depth changes as the virtual camera moves. The aim was to create an interactive installation that feels simple and meditative, while using advanced technology.
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£5,000
Aims of the Project
Surrender(d) explores how sound, movement, and visuals come together in an immersive, interactive space.
The project aims to test how breath-based input can drive real-time generative visuals and sound. I set out to build and refine a custom sensor, integrate its data into TouchDesigner, and design a responsive particle system shaped by airflow intensity.
How did they do that?
To build surrender(d), I created a custom breath sensor that converts airflow into digital data. The hardest part was getting stable readings.
In TouchDesigner, I generated particles arranged in a sphere and added a subtle force so the particles keep drifting even when no one interacts, giving the piece a sense of quiet life.
The sound, made in Ableton Live, responds to the breath intensity and the camera’s position.
Not everything worked: sensors broke, and some ideas were too complex. Simplifying and focusing on the core idea breath and presence helped me move forward.
Video Credits:
- Video editing – Teles
- Assistance – Dora Zo
"The programme enabled me to explore new tools, test my ideas, and push Surrender(d) far beyond what I could have done alone."
Meet the artist
Anton Vasiliadis
Lead Artist
he/him
αntonv is an Edinburgh-based electronic musician and digital artist focused on creating immersive sound and visual experiences. His work explores emotion, connection, and the interplay between music, art, and technology.
