In groups of 2 or 3, create a 2 minute composition in light & objects using individual RGB LEDs or LED Strips or LED Matrices or a combination of all three. Make use of the FastLED library and explore its possibilities, use the wiki and the documentation as your reference, as well as the Class 03 slides.
A composition means a well thought out development of light in space over time. Think about how a song is structured with a beginning, middle, and end or a chorus and a verse or with moments of high intensity and low intensity. Try to approach your composition in light, space, and time from a musical mindset. Also think about the the ideas of perception and synesthesia as we’ve discussed in previous classes and try to take these into consideration while developing your composition.
When building your project, keep in mind the total power consumption of the LEDs and power it appropriately.
Due: February 21 (in-class critique)
Note: Assignments in this course (different from Projects) are meant as a quick way to explore ideas with the materials and technologies introduced that week. While thorough experimentation is highly encouraged, you are not expected to deliver a completely polished piece for these assignments. The goal is to explore the materials and make discoveries, while learning the technologies.