Surface Tensions is a new media artwork comprised of two parts: A physical installation programmed in TouchDesigner, and an interactive web experience programmed in Cables.gl.

Surface Tensions visualizes light as particles refracted through waves on the surface of a simulated body of water. Refracted photons form caustic patterns as the waves undulate, creating an ephemeral landscape participants interact with.

In the physical installation, a mirror beneath the screen forms a tactile LiDAR interface. As viewers approach and interact with the work, the reflection of the screen changes constantly with their perspective, creating an experience unique to each's point of view.

Users of the web version are encouraged to place their screens (laptop, tablet, mobile phone) perpendicular to a shiny surface like a polished tabletop, counter, or wall mirror to create a perspective-specific viewing experience!

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