Institute of Digital Communication Environments

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Barbara Schnetzler im Kloster Schönthal - Einen Ort schaffen
(Stiftung Kloster Schönthal, 09/2024) Hollaus, Invar Torre; John Schmid, Barbara Schnetzler
04A - Beitrag Sammelband
Maschinelles Lernen
(transcript, 16.08.2024) Schubbach, Arno; Arnold, Florian; Bernhardt, Johannes C.; Feige, Daniel Martin; Schröter, Christian
04A - Beitrag Sammelband
Othmar Eder - Geborgenes
(Naturmuseum Frauenfeld, 08/2024) Hollaus, Invar Torre; Hannes Geisser
04A - Beitrag Sammelband
Intuitive Access to Oral History Video (The Pellaton Experience)
(08.02.2024) Frei, Lena; Serra, Bérénice
The Pellaton Experience, a specialized web portal for dance research, was developed by the Institute Digital Communication Environments (IDCE) at HGK Basel FHNW in collaboration with the SAPA Foundation (Swiss Archive of Performing Arts). The SAPA Foundation's archive houses interviews, dance notations, video recordings, and reviews, offering a comprehensive view of the Swiss dance scene. Recent emphasis on the "oral history" research method resulted in a substantial collection of audiovisual data, posing the challenge of making this unique content accessible to diverse audiences, leading to the creation of the Pellaton Experience project. The lecture will explore how the research project strategically presents archival materials from oral history interview series, aiming for a comprehensive understanding of the discussed topics. This effort was made possible through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, including experts in video/media, art history, and IT (SAPA), as well as professionals in graphic design, project management, game design, and architecture (HGK Basel FHNW). Key research questions focus on user interface and user experience design, aiming to optimize scenarios like "expert search" and "uncoordinated browsing" to enhance the overall choreographic experience. The project strives to provide innovative solutions to improve accessibility and deepen the understanding of the rich history within the SAPA Foundation's archives. Consequently, we will delve into specific aspects of this interface while also establishing broader connections with themes such as digital archives, dance documentation, oral history, gesture in dance, and design.
06 - Präsentation
Selektions-Workshop Schweizer Jugend forscht
(20.01.2024) Hollaus, Invar Torre
20. Januar 2024: Selektions-Workshop Schweizer Jugend forscht; Fachperson im Bereich Kunst und Architektur, Gymnasium Neufeld Bern
99 - Sonstiges
Bruno Seitz. Aquarelle: Erkundungen zu Licht und Farbe
(Tony Wuethrich Galerie, 2024) Hollaus, Invar Torre
14 - Ausstellungsbeitrag
Robert Zandvliet - Florilegium. Overview 1998 - 2023
(Peter Blum Edition, 2024) Hollaus, Invar Torre; Zandvliet, Robert
Invar-Torre Hollaus: Robert Zandvliet – A Boundless Gaze (S.6-9) & A Dialogue about Painting – Invar-Torre Hollaus in Conversation with Robert Zandvliet (S.36-42), in: Robert Zandvliet – Florilegium, Ausst.-Kat. Peter Blum Gallery, New York 2024
02 - Monographie
Tilly Keiser - Überleben mit Malerei
(Schwabe Verlag, 12/2023) Hollaus, Invar Torre
04A - Beitrag Sammelband
AI and Art. Arguments for Practice
(transcript, 12/2023) Schubbach, Arno; Thiel, Sonja; Bernhardt, Johannes C.
Recent advances in the computer generation of pictures using methods and programs from artificial intelligence research, or, more precisely, machine learning, have once again raised the question of whether computers can make art. Based on A. Michael Noll’s early experiments with computer art from the 1960s, I argue by contrast that even the latest tools cannot do without human work and can only be part of an artistic practice thanks to this work. Rather than asking whether machines can make art, we should therefore develop creative practices in which it is possible to leverage the potential of new techniques for design and art.
04A - Beitrag Sammelband
Games as Speculative Tools
(28.01.2023) Frei, Lena
As society faces various socio-ecologic problems, speculation can be used as a critical practice to build on existing biases and confront dissonances. How can games encourage the players to be creative and critically reflect on the human condition, society, and their relationship to nature and technology? There is something about the human play drive that is deeply connected to our ways of experiencing and shaping the world. Through play, we can cultivate a new way of looking at, depicting, and engaging with the world and generate non-paranoid imaginations where ambiguity and diversity are at home.
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Content shifting. Possibilities of AR in publishing
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Moskalova, Yelyzaveta; Eisenmann, Leander; Renner, Michael; Schubbach, Arno
Books are special due to their quality and presence. They were the main source to store and enquire information for a long period of time. However, there is a question, which is relevant nowadays. Is it possible that digital reading will replace physical books and does this mean that the printed world is going to become a thing of the past? Computers and the internet broke into our lives 30 years ago. And interactive technologies became a routine in our daily schedule. They are a great help in processing and saving information. Without any doubt, living in the Digital Era gives a wide variety of possibilities for society. Even though it looks like modern technologies will take over the world and kill their predecessors, it is not true. The more realistic picture is that technology will improve already existing media. For instance, John T. Hamilton claims that there is a good chance that the physical book will not disappear and that modern technology will make its current functioning even better. In “Book Presence in a Digital Age” he wrote that “An efficacious extension of publishing capacity, digital technology does not smother our bibliophilia, but rather allows it to flourish.” One of the possibilities which can improve and make book publishing flourish is augmented reality (AR). In the practical part of this thesis project, you can see the combination of paper book and AR app. The old-fashioned story about Baron Munchausen illustrates his unbelievable adventures or just lies and make-up stories, but in the modern world. When you are reading the text on the paper, you can only see an abstract shape. The magic appears during the scanning process. The AR app will trigger the image and show an illustration on top of the shape. And this is not the end. You can choose which illustration you want to see from three topics: Fame, Love and Money. For sure, it is possible to add more and more categories to the app and expand it to an unlimited number. This concept or method I called Content Shifting. When on one template you can apply multiple outcomes and change them with an app. The idea of this thesis work is to take the best qualities and benefits, then improve them with the Content Shifting method based on AR technology. The project considers the advantages of physical publishing using the AR technology as the final outcome. It is an attempt to show how we can use two different media together and their usage from their combination: the possibility to go beyond the pages of the book and get a more immersive reading experience. Also, hide some information, to make an unexpected surprise on the next stage. To sum up, the story about the lies of Baron Munchausen perfectly fits into the idea of Content Shifting. As it is hard to see the truth and lie in our world, it is also not possible to see something concrete in the shapes without scanning them. It should also be mentioned that an app without a book has no value, while you can read and use the book without an app. Probably, because the book is physical, it is truly a unique medium which cannot be replaced by anything; however, it could be improved.
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Application «Eight»
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Isaikova, Kateryna; Schaffter, Jonas; Davis, Theodore; Diehl, Viola
The topic of my project is the choice of higher education and subsequently a profession. My topic is very much related to the psychology of decision-making. In it I want to explore how and when people determine what they want to do in life. My project is based on the well-known theory of multiple intelligence. Multiple intelligence theory proposes to differentiate human intelligence into specific forms of intelligence, rather than defining intelligence as a single, general ability. Gardner argues that there is a wide range of cognitive abilities and that there is only very little correlation between them. This fundamentally deeper understanding may lead to what outwardly looks like slowness but may in fact conceal a mathematical intelligence potentially higher than that of the child who memorizes the multiplication table quickly, despite a less profound understanding of the multiplication process itself. In this project, my goal was to analyze the psychology of a person, the psychology of their decision-making. And to simplify the process of understanding and realizing for oneself, as I believe it can influence and possibly even change the destiny of a person if they make a better decision at an earlier age. In this way one can help people not to waste time and live a better life.
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Algorithmic experience: visualising the Instagram machine learning process for end-users
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Szlachta, Anna Maria; Reymond, Claire; Oplatek, Jiri; Zeller, Ludwig
Algorithmic experience (AX) is a Human Computer Interaction concept that applies to digital products where a significant part of the end-user experience is determined by the algorithms. In other words, it is not only the quality of the interface that is relevant, but also the algorithmic processes whose result is represented by the interface. Some examples of such software products are social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and others. With the advancement of algorithms, machine learning and AI, the algorithmic experience that is delivered is increasingly personalised. Moreover, the tailored content means that the experience can be different for each user, depending on several factors. Digital product designers therefore face the challenge of researching with users about their algorithmic experience. However, when we speak of algorithms, we mean complex processes that are invisible to end-users. Typically, understanding algorithmic models and concepts also requires advanced mathematical or technical knowledge. So far, such research has been conducted by means of in-depth interviews, but hit many additional obstacles with, for example, the understanding of basic algorithmic vocabulary. During the thesis, it was proposed to overcome this barrier by using visualisation. Building a common ground between designers and end-users using visual language could deepen the quality of the interviews. This would enable UX researchers to provide more valuable insights to the data science team and also be responsible for shaping the algorithmic experience of the product. The popular social media platform Instagram was chosen as an example for visualisation. A series of images explored how to present the algorithmic process to non-experts. The process included not only image-making but also conversations with Instagram users in an iterative process: design – evaluation with five users during in-depth interviews – design – and next sessions with users. This made it possible to provide an interactive final visualisation that mainly focuses on inputs and outputs, elements in the algorithmic process that are familiar to users. Combined with Instagram’s familiar layout, this enabled discussion on multiple levels, not only referencing users’ own experiences of using the platform, but also learning how much and how users combine information in their mental model of the algorithm. The visual investigation also allowed for a broader consideration of privacy policies and data gathering by technology companies, and their real impact on users’ algorithmic experience. The illustrations opposite show the concepts tested during the design process. During the image-making process, an effort was attempted to combine, on the one hand, Instagram’s known layout for users and, on the other, to present what data is processed by machine learning and AI processes that determine the shape of the algorithmic experience. However, the main focus was on the input and output data in the input-black-box-output process.
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Genormt. Format formt Schrift
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Schmid, Jacqueline; Ahn, Jinsu; Oplatek, Jiri; Meyer, Marianna
In der visuellen Kommunikation sind alle Medien von einem gewissen, teils genormten Format abhängig. In meiner Bachelor-Arbeit fragte ich mich deshalb, was mit dem Medium Plakat geschieht, wenn ich einen Text aus einem Buchformat darauf anwende. Das Buch «Blutbuch» von Kim de l’Horizon empfand ich als passend, da es das Heranwachsen einer nonbinären Person erzählt und so ein gesellschaftlich wichtiges Thema öffentlich gemacht werden kann. Die Umsetzung beinhaltet zwölf Plakate, die einen Ausschnitt aus der Mitte des Buches zeigen. Die Orientierung wird durch ein Inhaltsverzeichnis, das bei jeder Serie vorkommt, gewährleistet. Es zeigt die bereits gezeigten Serien, was gerade ausgestellt wird und was noch ausgestellt werden wird. Ausserdem findet man bei jedem Plakat einen Plakatkopf, welcher zeigt, welches Buch man liest, wer die Autor:innen sind, in welchem Kapitel man sich befindet und wie die Leseabfolge ist. Die Plakate beinhalten Eigenschaften aus der Buchgestaltung sowie plakative Momente, um die Aufmerksamkeit auch von einer weiteren Entfernung zu erzielen. Es gibt keine strikte Abfolge von links-, rechtsbündig oder zentriertem Text, um besser auf den Textinhalt und die individuelle Gestaltung jedes Plakates eingehen zu können und um diesen eine zusätzliche Dynamik zu verleihen.
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In between moments of emptiness in the urban transformation process. Zwischenmomente der Leere im städtischen Transformationsprozess
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Steiner, Franziska; Ahn, Jinsu; Käser, Susanne; Savic, Selena
Empty industrial sites are frequent occurrences due to structural changes of cities. The areas and buildings left behind, initially inaccessible to the public, provide cities with new spaces. These play an important role for a future-oriented, progressive urban planning. During long processes the areas are transformed into residential, cultural or new commercial spaces. Through opening the area for the public, stories and knowledge about former uses of the industrial site disappear. Urban changes become difficult to comprehend if the process is not properly documented. As cities are in a constant flux and people adapt to new environments very quickly, it is often forgotten how it had felt or looked before. This raises the question of how urban changes can be documented, made visible and perceptible. In Basel, too, there are numerous ongoing ideas and projects for the conversion of former industrial and commercial areas. As an example of a transformation process that is still in its infancy, this master’s thesis is focused on the disused factory site "Franck-Areal" in Basel. Its emptiness offers to be explored and creates new spaces of possibilities. Inspired by the techniques of photoethnography and visual anthropology, the area is explored and documented over a period of five months. The research is mainly done through participative observation with the use of the medium photography and is used as a tool for "data collection". By looking through the camera, a different view of the environment is experienced. Through the process of photography, moments are illuminated that are only perceived through the view of the camera. Through the resulting images, moments are highlighted that will disappear with the transformation. These moments refer not only to the visually perceived, but also to a holistic, physical experience of space that is incorporated during this work. During the process of taking photographs, it is not only the sense of sight that is focused on the surroundings, but also the presence of the whole body in the space. In addition to the photographs, further material is produced during the five-month "field research". After visiting the site, personal impressions and experiences and notes from conversations are written down. A further exploration of the ‘empty space’ are the photographs and pictures from old books and archives. They contribute to overcome the physical and mental inaccessibility of the area. As a second part the images that have been created and collected are subsequently ordered, analysed and evaluated with reference to ethnographic methods. This leads to categories that indicate the symbolism of the images. They also reveal the photographer’s perspective and point of view. These indicate which motifs were perceived as important during the research. For example, they show the importance and symbolism of doors which played an essential role during the work. The resulting material is processed into a physical publication that allows the viewer to experience the place. Linked to the personal experiences during the research period, the readers go through a small section of the transformation process, from an untouchable to a space of possibility.
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Unendliche Trauer. Kunst – ein Werkzeug im Kontext des gewaltsamen Verschwindens
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Cordero Bard, Tanya Débora; Eisenmann, Leander; Reymond, Claire; Zeller, Ludwig
In Mexiko, meinem Heimatland, gibt es über 100'000 Menschen, die gewaltsam verschwunden sind und deren Schicksal bis heute ungeklärt ist. Die ganze Gesellschaft ist betroffen und auch mein Alltag war davon geprägt. Ich vermied, alleine unterwegs zu sein, besonders in der Nacht; immer wieder leitete ich Vermisstmeldungen in den sozialen Netzwerken weiter, in der Hoffnung, dass jemand einen Hinweis geben kann. Ich war an einigen Demos; die Begegnung mit den Direktbetroffenen war herzzerreissend. Leider erlebte ich auch im näheren Umfeld das Verschwinden einer jungen Frau, was bei mir bleibende Spuren hinterlassen hat. Um diese Tragik auf emotionaler Ebene erlebbar zu machen, habe ich mich für eine Installation entschieden, bei der ich ein spezifisches Ereignis thematisiere; das gewaltsame Verschwinden von 43 Student:innen im Jahr 2014, ein Verbrechen, das bis heute nicht geklärt ist. Das Zielpublikum soll berühren und handeln und so die Abwesenden aus der Anonymität bringen und sie – zumindest für einen kurzen Moment – anwesend machen.
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A hybrid transmedia storytelling. Amplifying voices and presence of emerging photographers
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Hilpertshauser, Mégane; López, Paloma; Hollaus, Invar Torre; Bircher, Thomas
In an era of constant connectivity, individuals are perpetually exposed to images, coexisting in a realm where representations, artificial intelligence, and robotisation dominate. Paradoxically, this increasing interconnectedness may foster a sense of disconnection from reality. Consequently, the boundaries between reality and the digital sphere significantly impacts photography, transforming established artistic practices. Photography remains in constant transition and evolution, rendering the once prominent term post-photographic inadequate to encapsulate the prevailing phenomena it was meant to describe (Brückle, Vitale, 2021). Through an examination of the historical evolution of photography and an exploration of media theory, a dynamic landscape of ever fluid and evolving images emerges, characterized by repetitive patterns and the proliferation of insular cultural spheres. The advent of image recognition technology further narrows perspectives and selectively shapes perceptions. Simultaneously, our experience of the present assumes diverse temporal dimensions, presenting a challenge for emerging photographers and designers who must navigate a fast-paced, fluid, and fragmented world (Goeting, 2022). Given the profound cultural and transformative impacts of contemporary media and technology, an imperative emerges to adopt a critical, thoughtful, imaginative, and alternative approach to digital tools. These emerging media and technologies engender new ways of perceiving, thinking, and acting, thereby transforming designers into active agents who reimagine the complex interplay between technology and culture. The project, entitled "A Hybrid Transmedia Storytelling – Amplifying Voices and Presence of Emerging Photographers", seeks to explore how the convergence of physical and digital realms demands a re-evaluation of how photographic content is shown, presented and distributed. Transmedia storytelling becomes a powerful means of uniting our digital and physical spaces, enabling a deeper understanding of our presence in this hyperconnected world. The name of the platform "Presence" encompasses both the presence of photographers within the artistic realm and the impact of new technologies on photographic creation and representation, along with our own presence in this fast-paced, interconnected society. The project aims to create an environment conducive to discovery and dialogue, with artists such as Arthur Fechoz, Alice Pallot, and Massimiliano Rossetto, while encouraging contemplation and deceleration in the first issue around Sense of Belonging. Deliberately incorporating elements of seriality into the magazine, the project aims to pique readers’/guests’ curiosity, with a foresight of forthcoming digital additions. This concept of deceleration and anticipation fosters an environment favourable to imagination and freedom. Readers actively contribute to shaping the narrative by interrupting chronology and offering fresh perspectives and visions. Ultimately, the project seeks to analyse how contemporary photography and design critically reflect on, experiment with, and envision alternative approaches to engaging with technologies and their cultural ramifications.
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Heritage. Preserving the past, protecting the future
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Sirochenko, Arina
The short film "Heritage: Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future" is dedicated to the Ukrainian mosaic from the perspective of cultural heritage. By immersing myself in the historical, political and cultural context, I gained a comprehensive understanding of the desired look of my final product. I conducted extensive research on the origins and the current state of Ukrainian mosaics, and explored ways in which I could contribute to their continued existence. With my project I wanted to raise awareness of mosaics as a valuable cultural heritage with my project. Unfortunately, the efforts to preserve mosaics in Ukraine are insufficient, but the efforts of volunteers and activists are saving many mosaic works. War is destructive for mosaics and cultural heritage in general. Especially when the enemy’s has a goal is to destroy something important and special. The mosaic speaks of the events that took place in the country and has an incredibly unique value of preservation. So, my short film will reveal for you a part of Ukrainian culture from the side of the mosaic.
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graublau
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Nützi, Nadine Valérie; Kempter, Fabian; Shafeei, Kambiz; Käser, Susanne
Meine Bachelor-Thesis begann mit dem Thema Sehnsucht. Die Sehnsucht nach dem Meer begleitet mich schon immer, ausser wenn ich gerade am Meer bin. Ich war schon lange daran interessiert, mehr über die Sehnsucht zu erfahren, und verstand meine Bachelor-Arbeit als idealen Anlass, mich intensiv mit diesem Thema auseinanderzusetzen. Was genau ist Sehnsucht und wie wird sie von Künstler:innen visualisiert? Diesen Fragen widmete ich mich in meiner kulturgeschichtlichen Thesis. Im Verlauf meiner gestalterischen Thesis entwickelte sich mein Thema weiter zu einer Arbeit mit dem Titel «graublau». Dabei handelt es sich um eine Video-Installation, die zum Abschweifen, zum Meditieren und zum Tagträumen einlädt. Die Verbindung zur Sehnsucht entsteht dabei in den Tagträumen, denn dort, aber auch in Träumen generell, zeigen sich oft unsere Sehnsüchte. Ich bin fest davon überzeugt, dass es uns nur weiterbringen kann, wenn wir uns mit unseren Sehnsüchten auseinandersetzen. Durch meine Installation schaffe ich einen Raum, in den wir eintauchen können und in dem wir uns möglicherweise mit unserer Sehnsucht beschäftigen können.
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Tomorrow’s breakfast
(Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW, 2023) Semenova, Yevheniia
The idea of daily life photography and the role it plays in capturing the hope of people and their daily routine during times of war. I am struck by the resilience of those who endure, day after day, with unwavering faith in the promise of tomorrow. How do they carry on in the face of such hardship? How do they maintain a sense of hope and purpose, sustained by the simple routines of everyday life?This diploma project examines the use of food as a metaphor for hope and resilience in Ukrainian lifestyle photography, with a particular focus on the topic of impermanence in the context of ongoing war and uncertainty. Working on my own photographic series from Ukraine, I argue that the act of imagining and discussing one’s breakfast for the following day serves as a powerful symbolic gesture of optimism and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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