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influence of geometry, mathematics and nature on generative art.” Seohyo’s work is often displayed on urban digital billboards and has been exhibited globally, including at D Festival, Demo Festival and the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. Drawing inspiration from Prague’s urban architecture – including tapestry designs, Prague Castle and mosaic tile patterns – this installation digitally reinterprets these elements, as the artist creates a dynamic moving structure that reflects the rhythms of the city. “The Seoul version of Coded Tapestry debuted in 2024,” Seohyo continues, “followed by the Prague version at Signal in 2024. The piece takes inspiration from Prague’s rich history and architectural elements. Influences include the intricate decorations of Prague Castle, the geometric designs of mosaic tiles and the patterns found in cubism and brutalist architecture. These elements were digitally encoded and reinterpreted into a dynamic structure that captures the energy of a modern metropolis.” This produced brightly coloured patterns and shapes that were hypnotic; separating and merging in a vibrant, yet formulaic fashion. Featuring random variations within set parameters, the
Digital in the Czech capital to witness some of the spectacles in person, with Christie acting as a key technical provider for the festival. Using the AV giant’s powerhouse projectors, the artists’ works illuminated some of Prague’s most iconic architecture. CRACKING THE CODE Our first stop on the tour was Prague Castle Riding School, to unravel South Korean artist Seohyo’s Coded Tapestry . A professor at the Samsung Art and Design Institute in Seoul, she teaches creative coding and builds installations that blend everyday objects with digital technology – transforming the ordinary into something new. “While studying design,” introduces Seohyo, “I naturally began working with digital tools. Early on in my career, I focused on creating interactive media performances and installations that connected human movement with visual imagery through technology. “During the pandemic, I started a coding project in which I uploaded a piece of artwork to Instagram every day, aiming to make each day meaningful. Through this process, I explored generative art deeply. Over time, I became increasingly captivated by the
animation formed an abstract – but recognisable – impression of Prague’s heritage. The sound design was done by Han Suzi, a long-time collaborator of Seohyo’s. A composer, and member of audio-visual groups Collective Pusil and Form and Sound, Suzi focuses on the connection between image and audio, exploring stillness versus motion. “This work transforms Prague’s architectural heritage into a living, breathing tapestry, demonstrating the limitless possibilities of using code as a medium,” concludes Seohyo. “Every visual element interacts with others through randomised variations with
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