https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog.atomInfinite Objects - Blog2024-03-26T13:50:10-04:00Infinite Objectshttps://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/io-artist-interviews-dave-bachinsky2024-03-26T13:50:10-04:002024-03-26T19:11:13-04:00IO Artist Interviews: Dave BachinskyVeronica Stabley
Dave Bachinsky is a professional skateboarder, woodworker, and visual artist. In 2016 he founded Shapethree a company that recycles broken skateboards. Through these handcrafted projects, he is using blockchain technology and bridging the collector's experience through his digital art. Having spent most of his life in Lowell, Massachusetts, he currently resides in southern California to skate everyday.
The Roll Forever collection is a total of 100 different pools filmed from a birds-eye view; The collection captures a skaters line in a pool and is edited so it loops forever. This physical is a celebration of the first 50 pieces, captured between December 2021 and May 2022.
Our Artist Relations team sits down with Dave Bachinsky to learn about how he was able to film Roll Forever one pool at a time.
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Infinite Objects: I think we'll just jump right in, I would love to maybe just start with some intros if you could maybe just tell us a little bit about who is Dave Bachinsky, and just tell us a little about yourself.
Dave Bachinsky: Yeah, so my name is Dave Bachinsky. I'm a professional skateboarder. Over the last five years I've been taking a drone and shooting visuals of all my friends and editing those lines of them skating to loop forever. On the side of that I'm a woodworker, designer, and builder, and that's what I do!
IO: Amazing, such an incredible mixing of skills. I'd love to know maybe just a little bit more about personal journey from going from professional skateboarding to visual art and woodwork, what did things look like before roll forever existed?
DB: So I grew up in Massachusetts and the winters got me as a skateboarder. I wanted to skate every day. So I did a drive down to Florida, San Francisco and I ended up being in Los Angeles for 12 years and just skating non-stop. Being a professional skateboarder, it's like during the winter you're out in the streets and then summertime hits and it's all contests. So I was constantly bound during the summer and then winter times hit or wintertime would hit and I just be kind of hanging out around friends and back in 2015 I started cutting up my skateboards and making a little photo frames for Christmas gifts.
DB: A good friend invited me to a gallery to sell these little photo frames because I was shooting a lot of film and I was like damn this would be cool to just raise money for back home. So I started just making all these little woodworking projects and raising money for where I grew up back in Lowell, Massachusetts, and that was the beginning of ShapeThree. So it's all woodworking, kind of making household furniture and photo frames getting random and even making canoe paddles and just kind of whatever my mind sees at the time, even just buying little knickknacks at thrift stores and replacing little handles on an old coffee grinder and all those little fun things. So yeah, it's been a journey.
IO: That's really cool. No, that's such an interesting way to think of the re-use of skateboards and the fact that they do break and have an artful way to sort of I don't know…that's interesting. I remember when I played Tony Hawk as a kid the skateboard breaking was always my favorite part *laughs* it's cool, it's, I don't know, it's really cool to hear about what you're doing with it. That's actually the perfect transition into the next question about how… just kind of curious how skateboarding influenced the transition into art and just sort of what drew you to combine those passions into creative projects.
DB: I think just visually a bird's eye view is just amazing. I think even hopping on a plane and all the traveling I just would always look out the window and flying out of LA you can just see all of the valley and that's where I was living. I was like ‘That peak!’ ‘I got to that peak’ and just something about shooting a visual from a bird's eye view perspective and always being in front of a camera fisheye, it's just such a different landscape and zooming out and showing all those elements of what's going on in the surrounding area. So for me, I think people are like, you're making art but I think it's like I'm just hitting record and filming my friends and kind of searching out these unique locations that are like, have some kind of geometry going on or there's just, I don't know, that setting that catches the eye, that's really what I'm trying to do is just find these visual pleasing places and when I film something I want it to be…I want to make something that when you walk in a room, you're like, ‘where is that?’ you know? Something that’s eye-catching, I don't want to put out anything that's not visually pleasing to the eye. For me, it really goes into the editing process. And I think it's more about the skater that's involved, is the real picture. So I completely got lost in the rabbit hole of even the question now. *laughs*
IO: No, that's fantastic. That's actually a really great sort of segue into Roll Forever. I'd love to maybe just hear you talk about that a little bit, how it started, and also where you're at in the process because it's an ongoing project if I understand.
DB: Yeah, Roll Forever was an idea that I was like, how can I make something that's visually pleasing and to bring it back, when covid hit I lost my woodworking shop and I ended up being back in Massachusetts and I had the drone and all my friends, we weren't really skating together because we're around family and it was that time frame and I ended up having the drone and I just put it up at the skate park and I was like, visually I find all these cool little angles and then when I got into Web3 and the art space I was like, what could I make that would be cool and I was, I just recently moved to San Diego and a lot of the skate parks are transitioned. So there's all these different bowls and shapes and that was the scene and it hit me, I was like if I could make a line loop forever, that would be so awesome. And that's like kind of where Roll Forever began was with trying to film the friends. So Steve Cab[allero] was the first skater over Alga Norte Skatepark. He did a line in the pool and it looped forever and I basically was sitting there editing and the idea is the skater has to do the line two times in a row, but mimic that line and right over the exact same spot. So it was like I don't know if it's gonna work. The real process is the magic and the editing of getting that line to loop seamlessly, but did they ride over the same place? Like doing that line twice, they're really comfortable in the first one, but the second one they're exhausted and their arms are up in the air trying to get that momentum and get back to the square one and it's like a lot of them don't loop. So behind the scenes, it's really me editing, but I think it's about the skater that's involved. And that's what I'm trying to do is bring together the pioneers that have paved the way for skateboarding like Steve Cab, he invented the Caballero and was the first person to have a pro model shoe on Vans like the history of skateboarding just runs deep.
IO: Wow.
DB: And like, just even like bringing the best of this generation, it's awesome. Two weeks ago I filmed Tate Carew and I knew he was amazing, and then after we got done filming a line, I saw on my story that he was over in Australia with Tony Hawk, he just got on Birdhouse and he shut down that well and I was damn two weeks before I had no idea that that was happening but it's like I knew I was ahead of the curve.
IO: Yeah, yeah, that's such a beautiful way to tell those stories too and just it's such a beautiful not only a moment for community and also just capturing literally a piece of history that we are experiencing right now. That's so magical. cool.
DB: Yeah, it's been such a fun ride. So this has been two years in the making and it's interesting releasing these but forgetting collectors involved, it's always interesting because it's like no one in skateboarding has a Twitter account, so putting these out I kind of let the world decide its price and was very grateful, Tyler Hobbs is a skateboarder as well and he ended up buying into the first one and it's kind of snowballed, where he gave me a little more presence within the space being a collector back in 2021 and it's just been one pool at a time and it's been an awesome ride.
IO: That's amazing. No and I love that it's so full circle, no pun intended, but the idea of community bringing in and lifting each other up, that's so dope. I'd love to know, especially like you mentioned a little bit, but I'd love to know what sort of challenges did you run into for this project? What was, I mean beyond just the ultimately hard challenge of getting a perfect seamless loop, but anything else that stands out?
DB: Trying to get 50 skaters to set up a digital wallet. *laughs*
IO: Fair.
DB: I think just getting, I mean skateboarders just want to be free and skate. I mean when you tell them, it's funny, a lot of them I'll be like you gotta do the line twice. So they’ll film, they’ll get in the pool, I'll hit record, they do the line, they hop out of the pool and I’m like, no you gotta do it twice in a row in the same exact recorded time frame. And it’s a lot. It’s like a different puzzle piece to figure out to get back to the same trajectory of where the pool corners will make it get back to square one, really hard to figure out. So it's fun getting out and filming those with skaters that don't skate pools. A lot of the friends just recently Chris Joslin, he just made it into the Olympic qualifying so basically he's a street skater and he doesn't skate pools at all. So having him part of this collection was just so awesome because it's just putting the best to do it out of their element and I love that kind of side of things. But yeah…
IO: That's awesome. That is so cool. And it's amazing the fact that you're able to pinpoint, I mean, I guess you're so involved in the community as a skater yourself, it just seems like you're so able to pinpoint these skaters that are doing such amazing things in general. I think there's something to be said about your own curation of this too. That's really powerful.
DB: It keeps it fun. I mean for skateboarding we all just want to run wild. I mean having a hard time getting skaters out too, it's really hard with these guys being so busy, traveling to all these contests and of course all the people that I really want to get involved are doing these Olympic qualifying contests right now or they're out in the streets or they're across the world. So for me there's only gonna be a hundred pool lines and the first two years of putting these together was the first 50 pools that were filmed, so it took two years to film that and I really want to take my time for these next I guess 40 something. I think we're at line 57 right now and it's like…
IO: Wow.
DB: For me, I want to curate it right and that's kind of the next chapter is taking these next, two to three years and watching what skateboarding forms because I mean we're seeing kids that are eight years old in the Olympics right now and it's like the trajectory of just consistency and pushing the bar there's still stories to be told. I think the oldest skater in Roll Forever is Dave Duncan and he's been skating for 53 years and he was skateboarding with clay wheels back in the 60s and…
IO Wow.
DB: Then right now just recently Julian Aguilar is 13 years old and he's unbelievable on a skateboard. He's like, I want to say to skaters, he's in the next Nyjah. He's grinding 18 rails and he's part of France working with the Olympics right now and it's like he's only 13 and then you have Dave Duncan that’s like 60s, so it's cool to have that different range of skaters. I kind of want to bring the mix of everyone into this collection and just yeah kind of unique pools and do it, right.
IO: Yeah, what an amazing range you can't say that for all sports too… that's really cool, really unique. I would love to understand a little bit more about just sort of the blockchain integration of this project and you've already kind of called it out, it's so interesting, working with skaters. I imagine kind of similar working with artists in general similar to herding cats, everyone's creative brain up in the sky. So it's so interesting, blockchain seems almost in opposition to that. I'm so curious, how did you discover it? Where did you see it that sort of inspired you to want to work with blockchain. And where do you sort of see the future of this collection going?
DB: Yeah, I mean blockchain is such a powerful amazing opportunity in this digital sector of where we're heading. And it took me a while to grasp. For me I really got introduced to just crypto and it made sense, but Ethereum, it took me a while to grasp that concept that we could tie artwork, it could be real estate, deeds, all these different things to a token. I learned through Kevin Rose, VC investor, there was a podcast called Modern Finance that put me into the rabbit hole of NFTs. I think the future is going to be digitally connected. That's where we're all headed and it's just early days, and I think what really got me was I just started collecting. I found out about the NFT space and got into hen, which was the tezos ecosystem and I just saw all these amazing artists doing cool stuff. And I was like, I want to support that. I want that in my collection. I got the bug and just started collecting. Mostly I think what really got me was generative art. The fact that you had to write a code and have an algorithm to produce these amazing artworks and that just hit me where I was like, yeah, that's cool. Like it's freedom that everyone can write code and it's free to do but it's coming up creative with these algorithms and making these cool projects come about and I wanted to participate in that. The fact that I could hit buy and get one of those pieces at a randomized, generative mint was just too cool to me. So FXhash really got me, I was there from day one. and yeah, just blockchain in general. I think it'll be awesome to see these rollouts between the music industry and gaming. Yeah, it's gonna be everywhere.
IO: Yeah, totally seconded. That idea of accessibility and anyone being able to do it from anywhere is such a powerful thing. We've seen kind of across the board, but I love to hear that. It makes so much sense for this project, such a cool integration. Yeah…
DB: Yeah, I think the fact that you having a hundred pools and just putting these pieces on chain, it was cool even recently Steve Cab, he's the first one and it's like that was one of my favorite skaters, but that's probably the first piece of him that’'ll ever go on-chain as a skateboarded. Putting your favorite skateboarders on-chain. That's awesome.
IO: What a crazy concept. No, that's so cool… OK cool, going into the locations and how you pick the pools, I'd love to know how did you determine which pool at a time? *laughs*
DB: *laughs* I mean, it's kind of awesome just looking at as a building perspective, they're all different shapes. Like moving to San Diego, the skate scene is known for transition and all that. So it worked out perfectly like I was in Los Angeles for 10 years and then moving to the southern side, it was just filled with so many different pools. So I kind of made a map and I started looking throughout the US, there were all these different pools and kind of just like bookmarking them and I'm just taking my time and I did a trip up to Washington and met up with a good friend Kevin Kowalski. He's like a real core building scene, it’s like Grindline and they're all in the Northwest and the parks are just unreal, they're just huge and they have some of the biggest concrete bowls. So it was really awesome to get up there and just experience that rawness because a lot of the parks down in Southern California are beautiful but up in the Northwest, they're really raw because of the season so the weather and concrete is just really rough and just the builders up there, it's like a different mentality. They're just full skate rats and they just make really just raw bowls, like they're deep and they're huge. It's like a piece of art in their own, so it's cool to kind of get up there and experience that because it was all new for me. But just worldwide I'm so excited to just explore and see what's out there. I saw I think somewhere over in Tokyo one of the artists made, they put something in the concrete so it glows at night, just like I want to capture that.
IO: Oh my gosh...
DB: But I just really haven't got to explore throughout, outside of the US. I'm always traveling to Puerto Rico, I'm actually flying there tonight. So one of them was my good friend, I think it was the eighth one Alexis Rivera. He's an amazing skateboarder and he actually fought through cancer and just to be able to skate with him and put him within the collection, he's just such a huge inspiration within Puerto Rico and his story and just there's a whole bowl back in the 60s that they built right in San Juan and it's right on the water. And his pool is the only one to have water outside of the pool and it's just continuously looping and it's beautiful, so I just want to find these bowls all throughout the world and solely build it out.
IO: What a badass and what a cool story, I love that. That's awesome.
DB: Yeah, Alexis, is cool.
IO: So cool, and it's also just like watching the Roll Forever loop and just like seeing all of these differences. Like the phrase, like the architecture of skate pools… I've never thought of that as a thing like the architecture of bowls and how just they're all so unique and there's some that have these beautiful tags on them that are just beautiful colors and some that are very minimal. It's just like the range of what you captured is so cool and it's inspiring. Yeah.
DB: Thank you so much. They're building, we're skating,
IO: That's awesome. It's so cool. I'd love to know. Just sort of a little bit about future directions and sort of talking a little bit about just the future of Roll Forever.How many more skaters are on your list and are there projects beyond Roll Forever that you're thinking about, cooking on, excited about?
DB: My mind it's all over the place with this. I have so many pieces that I want to incorporate with woodworking and the skaters that are involved I've been taking their boards and I'm like what's the angle? I'm excited to kind of release these in a small series, like I was saying like curated. Moving forward I have up to 59 filmed and when I first released the collection, Steve Cab was number 3 and he invented ‘The Caballero’, which is a fakey 360. So his first line was 3 in the Roll Forever collection and his next line will be the 60th. So I'm putting together a Legends curated series with… I filmed Lance Mountain, Eddie Elguera, Steve Cab, and there's two more skaters which I won't name, but I'm gonna bring them together and do a release of five of this Legends collection. I don't know when I'm gonna do it because I still have to film the other two. So for me, I have up to 59 filmed and I'm gonna just slowly build it out. I'm excited to put the puzzle pieces together and kind of start filling out even more afterwards to release more because it's just like I don't know when I'm gonna do it. But yeah, that's kind of the next chapter of Roll Forever. Other than that, yeah filming for my last video part, full length. It's been three years working on it and it's actually my 20th part. So this milestone, it's kind of wild, my board sponsor actually ended up going bankrupt under a distribution, so I had 12 years of graphics and so many boards put out into the world, but I have all these boards that are blank. So for this part, I've been filming these visuals. Of tricks that I'm filming for the video part from a bird's eye view and from down below. So when the part comes out, I'm gonna try to have an art gallery and have these artists paint the boards and when you tap the board with your phone, you'll see the trick that was done from the part in a visual way. So I'll send you over a video so you can kind of intertwine it into these pieces because yeah, we're on the streets and it's beautiful like filming these pools. I love it. We're backyards we're exploring doing these missions throughout the world but being in the streets and just getting in there, while businesses are closed and just finding unique spots. It's been awesome. So this is kind of like my next chapter within skateboarding is trying to figure out where maybe I'll start a brand or maybe I'll hop on a good friends board spot or have a new board sponsor.
IO: Wow, that's so cool. No, it's so much opportunity and so much to come. I love that. That's really really awesome. And yeah, I think I'm kind of all of questions, but really excited to release this physical piece with you later this week and yeah anything else to call out or talk about before we wrap up?
DB: So excited to have Roll Forever part of Infinite Objects. It just flows so awesome, I have it right here next to my computer and it’s just like. The fact that they loop forever and just seamless, and like just having all the friends involved, it’s just awesome. So yeah thanks for making this all happen.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/io-artist-interviews-shane-fu2024-03-08T12:00:07-05:002024-03-08T14:19:37-05:00IO Artist Interviews: Shane FuVeronica StableySee our interview with Shane Fu here.
Shane Fu is a NYC based artist who explores abstract and experiential 3D design. Inspired by mathematics and real life phenomena, his artwork often delves into the realm of hyperrealism.
See our interview with Shane Fu below:
Evolution of Style
IO: Your transition from 3D animation in 'Aquamarine' to 2D in 'This Is Not Art' represents a significant shift in your artistic style. What inspired this evolution and how do you feel your new approach complements your overall creative vision?
SF: I have always been a follower of new technology. And as generative AIs mature over the past few years, I have been waiting for the right moment to create new tools. The implementation of several key modules paired with Stable Diffusion made me decide that it was the moment around last November. As for my overall creative vision, I put storytelling first, even if it means a drastic change in the art style and workflow. If a new tool can help me achieve my creative vision and aid storytelling more efficiently, it will be the better approach for me.
Exploring 2D
IO: In your newest Infinite Object piece 'This Is Not Art,' the use of a hand as the central focus introduces a more human element and intimate moment compared to the immersive 3D environments of your previous works. Can you share your thoughts on the unique expressive qualities of 2D animation and how they influenced your artistic direction for this piece? What factors influence your decision to choose one over the other for a particular project?
SF:2D animations in general can withstand the testament of time compared to a lot of 3D work, and timelessness is what I strive for in my work. My current workflow is using AI to transform my 3D design into 2D animation, so in a sense I try to distill the overly complicated technical process into a more minimal yet impactful image, which I think will ultimately help me achieve my goal.
Collaboration with IO
IO:I love the use of AR in some of your older 3d pieces and the integration to the viewer's natural environment. On the other hand, your Infinite Objects piece showcases 'This Is Not Art' in a distinctive physical format. How did you adapt your artwork specifically for this platform, and what excites you most about seeing your 2D animation translated into a tangible, looping object?
SF:"This is Not Art" is a remaster of the original work titled "Singularity", which you can view on my social channels. The animation is now looped with a slower pace, which I think is better suited for a physical presentation compared to the fast-paced online environment. I think tangible ownership is important in the digital age and an infinitely looping physical object serves this purpose, so this is what excites me the most.
Inspiration and Concept
IO:Can you delve into the ideas or emotions that drive your artistic practice and how they manifest in your work?
SF:No, I cannot. I create from within and I want to reserve the ideas and emotions to myself, so that the work itself can be open for interpretations.
Audience
IO:How do you hope viewers will engage with and interpret your artwork, particularly when presented in a looping format like Infinite Objects? Are there specific themes or narratives you aim to evoke with this piece?
SF:The work itself, the title, and the way I create are all I can share to let people piece together their own narratives. I welcome all kinds of interpretation of my work, and any feelings people feel when they see the work is valid, whether it's excitement, anger, or melancholy. And I hope the narrative will progress and change when you view it in different phases of life. However, remember that when you purchase this piece, you are not purchasing a piece of art, you are simply purchasing an open ended idea, originated by me.
Future
IO:Looking ahead, what new artistic territories or mediums are you excited to explore in your upcoming projects? How do you envision your artistic practice evolving further, and are there any experimental techniques or collaborations on the horizon that you're excited about?
SF:For digital mediums, I definitely see immense potential in AIs to help how artists and designers create. I hold a more optimistic outlook instead of the common pessimism I come across online. And for physical mediums, I want to step in further and create more digital art installations that change the way people view the physical world. And I think Infinite Object is definitely a great platform to jumpstart this endeavor.
Thank you for your insights, Shane. Check out pieces available by Shane Fu on our site here:
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/io-artist-interviews-jason-ting2024-01-22T13:29:28-05:002024-03-01T14:02:19-05:00IO Artist Interviews: Jason TingInfinite Objects
Jason Ting (b. 1986, Johor Bahru, Malaysia) is an American new media artist. He uses creative coding tools to create abstract animated visuals that explore the interaction of form, color, and motion. His work is inspired by forces found in nature, geometric patterns, and light. Ting is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego’s Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts program. He lives and works in New Haven, Connecticut.
We sat down with Jason Ting to hear about all things process, code, and color. See our interview here:
Origins
IO: I'm excited to delve deeper into your process and chat about the most recent pieces you've released with Infinite Objects :) I remember stumbling upon your work through Instagram of all places and immediately wanted to see it on an Infinite Object. The way you integrate light, motion, color, and texture with code... how did you find yourself creating art with software? Do you come from a fine art background or did you start from the engineering side?
JT: A bit of both! I did an interdisciplinary computing arts program in college which was a fine art major with technology as its creative medium. After graduating, I worked as a software engineer for more than a decade, focusing on web and mobile frontend development. In 2020, I found myself wanting to pursue something creative again, which is when I took the deep dive into creative coding.
Creative Process
IO: I'd love to know a little more about your process when you create. How do you decide between the interplay between different elements of color... light or dark, or texture...smooth or sharp? Do you have a vision or idea of the composition before it's created or is it iterated on as you go? Can you elaborate on your choice of color palettes and how color contributes to the emotional resonance of your pieces?
JT: It depends day to day. Sometimes I have a clear idea of what I want to create; other times I discover something new while exploring a technique or style. I'm fascinated by natural phenomena like rushing water, cloudy skies, flocking birds, and all things outer space. These influence the color, texture, and motion in my work which work together to create the different mood (e.g. calm, playful, mysterious) in each piece.
Technological Influence
IO: It's clear the code itself plays a significant role in your art. Are there specific platforms, libraries, or communities that got you started or that significantly influenced your work? Do you consider software to be more of a medium or more of a tool, and do you think it contributes to your aesthetics or concepts, or is it simply a means to realize a vision?
JT: My creative coding journey started with Processing and Daniel Shiffman’s The Nature of Code. Since then, I dabbled with p5.js, Matt DesLauriers' canvas-sketch, openFrameworks, and more. However, it was when I started learning GLSL shaders and TouchDesigner when I finally felt I found the right tools to express my artistic style. Being able to iterate in real-time has given me more control and flow in the creative process.
Physicality
IO: Scrolling through your content on Instagram, there's something so ephemeral/dynamic about how they live on the platform, what are your thoughts on balancing that with the permanence of something like an Infinite Object?
JT: I think IOs are great for bringing artwork to life in the real world, outside of small phone screens that we use for all kinds of things. And on Instagram, there is no guarantee when the algorithm will choose to show the artwork. Does the artwork exist if it’s not shown to anyone? 😅
Future
IO: What new directions or themes are you excited to explore next? Let us know if there's anything you want to share or highlight that you have coming up :)
JT: I’ve been exploring programmable LEDs lately which has been another fun way to bring my work into the real world. I’m looking forward to researching and developing more with the hope of building large-scale light sculpture installations.
Thanks again, Jason! Check out pieces available by Jason Ting on our site here:
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/io-artist-interviews-maalavidaa2023-12-15T14:00:00-05:002024-01-22T13:40:33-05:00IO Artist Interviews: MaalavidaaInfinite ObjectsMaalavidaa is Alycia Rainaud, a French graphic designer and digital artist based in Montreal, Canada. Alycia's highly saturated abstract aesthetic finds its inspiration in Jungian therapy, color therapy, and meditation. Her work aims to explore the complexity of emotions through creative introspection as a path to increase emotional intelligence and mental health sensitivity.
Join our Artist Relations team at Infinite Objects as we sit down to chat Space, the Ephemeral, and all things in between. We dive into Alycia's creative process at the intersection of technology and art and chat through how she creates through a physical and digital lens.
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Infinite Objects: I am so excited to chat with you today and just talk all things AR. So, thanks for joining me. And yeah, I guess I would love to just start with, I will be the first to admit. I am shamelessly obsessed with the new Infinite Objects piece that you just dropped… ‘The Void’.
Alycia Rainaud: Adorable.
IO: The way you cropped the front layer is just something I've never seen before that unique shape. It's so special and I would just love to know, maybe just if you could share about your creative process and how working with a physical object has influenced maybe your vision for the project.
AR: Yes, of course. Well it's so funny that you mentioned that about the shape of the front layer and all because anytime I work with you guys at Infinite Objects, I always…it's always a challenge for me because I really want to make sure that I take this opportunity of having all of those layers and, you know, working on the illusion of perspective and 3D object kind of thing. Obviously, I don't do 3D. I mean not really, that's not really part of my process.
So I try and find some tricks and just little ways of making it more dimensional in a way because my work can look really flat sometimes and I just find it's so interesting to work in layers and think about what's going to be at the forefront, how we're gonna be able to really blend that screen into a bigger picture so that it's not really just obvious and it kind of blends in the landscape of both the object and the person's environment where the object is going to live in, right? I always think about that. So it's always very challenging for me.
And obviously as you know, but perhaps some people don't know about that, is that my work is mainly both tangible and digital. So it's about half/half of the process is divided into those two parts. And so the base part of the work itself is going to be more work around video and pictures of paints and different fluids and just, like a lab, like some kind of lab work. I love saying that it's a lab work but really just it's just more of a kitchen work right now because in my kitchen. It's not a lab at all. It's just in my sink. It's always been like that and I just like it. It's so funny. I don't need a lot of material for that. I just have my overhead camera filming in 4k editing some frames from those videos that I just take.
And it's so funny because I don't really care about that part. It's just experimenting, having fun, not really caring about either what I'm gonna use, it's just really more like a playground and it's fun, and I love that. And then you come back to the computer and you have to take control back up with playing with the colors because the basis of my work is not very much color. In fact, it's pretty much black and white all the time or either black and white and blue for the camera to pick up some more contrast. And then all of the colors are edited in post-production, which is my favorite part.
IO: Oh wow.
AR: Because honestly, there's nothing like RGB, we're really trying to replicate that but with paint, it's just so expensive and difficult to really get that color right. And I'm very obsessive with the way I want my colors to look like so it's way more easy to just like to it in post-production and it's so much fun because I have all of my pre-made color palettes and I just make up new ones from them and just mix and match them up have all of those intertwine and superposed layers as well. It's so funny because it's just playing with the blend modes and all, it’s just really, it's not that complicated. I wouldn't say my style is complicated. My work is not complicated to replicate or do, it’s just small tips and tricks and just working on the details that really makes a difference I guess for me. And as many artists I just spend so much time zooming in, fine-tuning the silliest tiny details, it's tiniest curves that are not the way I want them to be and just, yeah zooming in and zooming out is so important. And then for example when it comes to the Infinite Object, this is obviously an animated artwork. So I have several ways of animating my work but usually I have the space layer of the paint going in that Pyrex bowl that I use.
IO: Wow, that's amazing.
AR: I'm not sponsored by Pyrex *laughs* but it's just convenient to wash off. So that is great. And so I have the paint moving in there. And sometimes I will just leave it like that and have that very fluid and organic movement and other times I will work with touch designer or after effects and just enhance all of that movement or do some kaleidoscopes from that, some tunnel vision kind of thing, which is what we did for that Infinite Object in particular because I really wanted to be a kind of a wormhole situation kind of.
Because it's called the void, so wanted to have that feeling of infinitely sinking into something but obviously it's difficult to replicate with just a camera itself. So it's just about having that conversation in between mediums. And all of those layers of knowledge and technicity just make out the whole process and obviously there might be some easier way to do that and I don’t know that’s just the way I do things sometimes it’s more complicated, and sometimes you want it to be more complicated because when it is you solve some challenges and you learn more that way. So yeah, that’s about it, at least you have a glance of how things come out together and obviously there's the graphic designer part in me that takes up a little challenge when it comes to really making that exist into a certain composition or object. I always love having a little bit of graphic designy-ish layer on top. But I don't know, some people would just call it illustration. For me, it’s design. Whatever.
IO: I love that, that is so cool. I feel like I have such a deeper understanding of your work now knowing just the way that you layer in the different tools and the different mediums and it's interesting you say it could be potentially easily replicated but I just think that there's something so special about the way that you see it that makes it just so amazing. I don't know. I love it. I love that context. I think it's so interesting.
AR: Thank you. That’s so sweet of you to say.
IO: Yeah, I also wanted to mention too, the founder of Infinite Objects, Joe, he mentioned it's one of your Magic Prints. I think it's from maybe three years ago?
AR: Yeah, I remember had this conversation already and…when we met in New York as well, he was telling me all about the Magic Prints as well and I was like that is so wholesome because honestly you know making objects for me is so important. It makes everything more fun, more interesting, more challenging, and just more creative. Because like it’s just so interesting and…and whenever someone gets interested about the objects I make, I’m so grateful because it's so easy nowadays to just see so many objects and you want them but you ever really end up getting it because obviously it’s an investment, its a budget, it’s everything, and when people buy things from artists it just makes my heart so full of love because for the longest time so many people have been trying to sell and create artworks of the mind. We call these artworks of the mind because it’s created by the human brain that gets turned into something tangible or virtual. I don't know it feels like someone is owning a part of your story, a part of yourself, really. Just, it’s great because you feel so much less lonely knowing that.
IO: Yes…Oh my gosh, yeah.. There's something so meaningful about that sense of community and that getting into that sense of community too. I remember maybe even two years ago. I stumbled upon your Heal the Deal project which seemed so important to me at the time and now especially, I understand mental health and healing is a strong theme in your work. And yeah, I guess I'm just kind of curious to know how do you see your audience engaging with it? What kind of sort of impacts do you hope to evoke, talk a little bit about that in your work?
Yes, of course. Well I was mentioning the fact that you know, it feels less lonely to be in people's houses, in people's inspiration boards and it’s just it’s so funny, but it’s…not just it’s not just about that, I think I wanted more, and I’ve always wanted more of my art…than just being like just on inspiration boards. Which is great, don’t get me wrong, it’s fantastic, but the point of when I started creating this art it was not an act of just self-introspection, self development, healing, all of that…but it rapidly just changed into something more exponential and just trying to connect with people that are facing the same emotions, the same situations, the same history…which is basically people all around the world because we all go through the same thing, and we’re all so lonely. And it’s so funny because at the same time everyone is feeling the same but yet we are so vulnerable in our own little corner of the world and of this dimension and I was like I just want to make people feel it’s ok to be vulnerable, to get deeper into yourself, to explore those parts of you and…obviously art therapy and color therapy, color healing all of that is a great tool to get to the point, so that’s what I do with my art. But I also wanted more in the sense that I at some point I didn’t feel like I was vulnerable enough and sharing enough with the people that resonated with my art and that supported my art, and…It felt really important for me to take a step further in how I am being honest and how I’m being open with those people and how I can help further than just the art.
I've always been very dedicated to hearing people ever since I was very very young…I would always be just a great I guess listener and always you know…try and give advices and all, and I guess my experience with always being in therapy really just *laughs* had an effect on me, I guess in a bad way at first and…then in a great way eventually, which is an interesting turn of events. But that message is everywhere. It’s everywhere I’m trying to do and I remember when I was in graphic design school I also made an important point of talking about mental health and…emotions and vulnerability in my practices as a designer and how designers could implement more emotional intelligence in the way they work and…how they shape design in general and at the time it was so weird when I presented that thesis like people were like,…OK well that is very kind of like esoteric…but at the same time it's very funny and…it was like you know what? I think I’m just going to dedicate my life into just trying to pin that in everything I do and eventually the message is going to get across. And I think it's just that the way I see things is that we are all very much connected and…everything is connected and that's also another underlying message in what I do is that I always think about the universe and those greater questions we all have. It’s like ‘Why are we here? What are we gonna be after that? Is there other dimensions? And what can we be in this dimension for ourselves and for others?’ And I’m so deeply passionate about all those topics about afterlife, the universe, space and…how weirdly intertwined it is with emotions and states of being in general…right? It feels like we talk about astrology and the planets and the moons influence on us from the day we were born and all of that and it’s crazy because someone just asked me this morning as well. ‘Do you really think that, do you really believe about those things?’ and I was like I think it is belief just like a lot of things are a belief and…I think it is great to have some beliefs and…some thing that just make you more in tune with yourself and others and that’s what I preach for, whatever that might be. And that’s why with that piece I’m always doing something spacey, you know, thinking about the void and how those terms of the universe always resonate with the mind, the human mind.
Let’s say when you feel a void inside yourself and there’s all of those wormholes and dark holes in space that feel like a void as well and we don’t know what’s inside. Always having this trying to answer these never-ending questions. And trying to put some perspective into the act of creation, the creator, and the universe around. It’s like a conversation that I love having in my work I guess.
IO: I think that's so awesome. And as you were talking it's, this thought kind of came to me this idea of when people sort of feel a void inside of themselves, I imagine something dark and scary but I love this concept of a twist on a beautiful void, a void that allows us to go into something that isn't scary and dark and I think that that's just such a nice kind of way to turn that scary darkness unknown on its head into something so special and gorgeous and I think that's awesome.
AR: Yeahhh. I love it. That’s why I put that quote as well on the object the void holds no fear for those who aren’t afraid of the unknown because there’s a known unknown in everyone and anyone. And it holds all of the deepest secrets of the universe and of yourself and all of that, it’s not just dark matter because it is always existing in what exists can be seen under the spectrum of light. And light is color and eventually it all blends together. And I just love how I try to find color in everything, because honestly it reminds me of when you close your eyes and you see all of those shapes and patterns and supposedly when you close your eyes you should only see black because that’s what the technicity of how it works is like your eyes, it’s black, and it’s so funny to me that it’s so much more behind those curtains. And I just want people to dive into that spectrum of themselves because just like there’s a color spectrum, there’s a spectrum of the self as well. And I’ve been loving studying all of that for the past I don’t know like seven years, eight years soon. It's been such a humbling journey, and I wish I could do more, and I think I’m gonna try and do more, even more, as I grow. I have a lot of plans about my practice in art therapy, in color therapy, that I really want to try and grow as much as possible. I really want to be able to acquire more knowledge as well and help more people as well. So I’ve been trying to look into just new paths, you know like new ways of just shifting my process and making it even deeper. So perhaps I’m just gonna start a therapy course or something to eventually become like an art therapist, like an actual art therapist. How fun would that be? That would be great…I would love that. There’s so much possibility.
IO: That's amazing. Yeah, absolutely. No, and I think it's so great too because it really speaks to just your practice of layering every tool that you have in your toolbox layering your art practice to be able to help others to be able to create a new path, something like art therapy. I think that is so amazing. Yeah, I'm kind of wrapping up on my questions here, but it's been so so nice chatting with you and I just feel like I really have such a better understanding for you and your artwork, but I'd love to just ask if there's anything that you're excited about any upcoming shows or drops or any other artists you're working with just anything you want to shout out?
AR: Yes, I'm always so excited about so many things. I mean, that’s not true, like actually that’s not true, I’m not always excited. But because when I don’t have work coming in, and it’s just me and my practice and I don’t get to do other things for other people, it’s quite hard actually to deal with that. The feeling of always being tied to your work and when you don’t have work coming in, you kind of feel useless. So I’m really trying to detach myself from that. And in that way I’ve been really trying to tap into my desires, my dreams, just like really find, what do I need from this practice? What haven’t I done yet that I always wanted to do? What is possible for me to do? And I was so surprised because it’s in those periods of time where there’s not a lot happening that all the questions are really asked and you get to see things clearly as well. And so I have so much actual stuff coming in that’s gonna be so fun. So many objects that I am so excited about. I have a puffer jacket.
IO: Oh my gosh.
AR: …that’s gonna be produced by my dear friends and colleagues at Off/Script, they are from Montreal. I’ve been working with them for so long right now and it is so exciting, we turned that concept that I did with AI where I applied my stuff on the puffer jacket.
It was like a North Face fictional collaboration at first and then they were like. Let’s just do it! Just do it with your brand! You don’t need anyone else. You can do everything by yourself. Like it’s all you.
IO: Wow…
AR: You don’t need anyone. If you really want to do it, let’s do it. So we’re working on that. We’re working also on a color therapy slash mood lamp as well, which I am so excited about because I’ve been really trying to dive more into the concept of daily objects for home, making people's environment more colorful getting that serotonin boost as well. There’s a lot of things happening with serotonin boost decor. At the time it’s a trend, but for me it’s always been like that. I always want to surround myself with colors and things that bring me joy and that reflect how I’m feeling inside. And I want that for others as well and I think it’s so great and I’ve been really trying to explore more about making those kinds of objects but obviously it takes a lot of time. And yeah it’s been great. I have a lot of exciting client work that I cannot talk about now
IO: Sure.
AR: But it’s gonna be revealed next year, so it’s gonna be a long time. And honestly I’m just excited about living in general. I don’t have any shows planned, I want to, but I think I’ve had a lot of shows for the past two years…which is weird, because we didn’t get to have shows before as digital artists…now we do.
IO: Right.
AR: And I really want to be more on the Curator side of things right now. I really wanna help more people, more artists get on-boarded on shows, so you know that I work with 0x Society on that matter here in Montreal, we have this digital art gallery where we always have new exhibitions every month, with also emerging artists as well and that is a very important thing for the community, to really uplift every artist's voice, every creatives voice. It’s all really important for me, it’s another aspect of my work so I’m really excited about that. But yeah that’s about it, like not much. I’m looking forward to seeing my family, getting back to France for Christmas, and getting back to Japan next year, hopefully. It’s just like, I love, life is fun.
IO: Yeahhh! Yeah.
AR: When things are going well, life is fun. And then like you cry to bed every single night but eventually in the morning you wake up and it’s so fun, so you gotta share that energy with everybody. Yeah.
IO: Exactly. Yeah, it sounds like amazing big things to come like the roller coaster that life is but yeah just really, really happy to catch up and yeah, those were all the questions that I had today. But yeah.
AR: Thank you. I really appreciate you for all of those really sensitive and really well-thought questions as per usual, it’s always such a pleasure to talk with you and I’m glad that you’re just eager to listen to me at all because like *laughs* I talk a lot, I could talk forever and it’s just like I’m really grateful for that and for everything that you’ve done for me at Infinite Objects. Like you are always such a dream to work with, and I know that a lot of people are so obsessed with what you do and all of the things that you make possible with Infinite Objects. It’s so nice, like honestly, I kinda wanna have like…I think I’m gonna do like an Infinite Object of my dog. I have this shot of my dog and I was telling my boyfriend, I think I wanna get that into an Infinite Object and just have the shot on repeat cause that’s him when he was a puppy and I’m obsessed.
IO: Oh my god. I love that. Yeah, let me know when you place the order. I'll push it to the top of the line.
AR: Of course!
IO: I love it. Alycia, you are a legend. Thank you so much again and enjoy the rest of your day.
AR: Take good care.
IO: Yes chat soon. Bye.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/artist-spotlight-tamar-glezerman2023-06-26T11:01:49-04:002023-06-26T11:01:49-04:00IO Artist Interviews: Tamar GlezermanInfinite Objects
Tamar Glezerman is a filmmaker from Tel-Aviv living and working in Brooklyn. She creates dark comedy as well as music videos and socially conscious media campaigns shown on platforms like The New-York Times, NPR, MSNBC, NBC, Nowness, COOL HUNTING, Refinery29, LOGO and many more. As an editor and consultant, Tamar has worked on Sundance and Berlinale feature films and produced work for clients such as the Disney Channel and Bob Dylan. As a Writer-Director, Tamar is repped by Writ-Large and is currently in casting and/or pre-production on two feature films.
IO: What initially sparked your interest in art and what got you started?
TG: My mom is a huge art fan so I grew up going to a lot of museums and someties multiple film screenings a day. When I was 14 I randomly watched Altman’s SHORTCUTS on TV and decided film/TV was my medium, but prose and music are still my passions.
IO: Could you describe your artistic practice and the techniques/materials you use most often?
TG: I’m a screenwriter and a director so final draft and a camera?
IO: What are some major sources of inspiration? How do they manifest in your work?
TG: Music, music videos and pop song lyrics (along with some poetry) usually make a big emotional impression on me and find their way into my work, as does pop culture at large and news stories (if they’re really messed up). My biggest influences (obsessions) are Bowie, The Velvet Underground, New Wave, pretty much all sub genres of Pop, Buffy the Vampire slayer, Pop Divas (I think about Lady Gaga every day), The Simpsons, 30 Rock, Bojack Horseman, Edward Hopper, Francis Bacon, The X files and it goes on and on. I’m genre agnostic. I have watched Zoolander 9 times.
IO: How has your work evolved over time, and what role does identity play in your practice?
TG:I don’t know that my work evolved over time at all other than, hopefully, gaining some sharper skills and experience, but I feel like I’m still interested in the same themes and still making the same dumb jokes and personal observations. Everybody’s identity plays a huge role in whatever it is they do, art or otherwise, but it’s only recently that for me, as a member of some minority groups, that that identity hasn’t been just detrimental, opportunity wise.
IO: Are there any specific themes or messages that you strive to convey through your artwork?
TG: I think it all boils down to the need for connection, in whatever form that takes. I did notice recently that two of my more popular shorts end with the heroine either vomiting or stepping in shit and both of my current feature projects end with the heroine playing music. I hope music, dark humor and a tiny bit of hope can be found in everything I do.
IO: Now getting into the specifics of your Infinite Objects piece - we absolutely love it because it's unlike anything else on our site. We'd love to know a bit more about how you approach the topic of representation of identity/sexuality in your work. Would love it if you're open to dropping any specific examples or projects we'd be able to highlight outside of IO too.
TG: I usually tell stories with queer characters because why wouldn’t I? I’m a queer woman. There are enough hetero-led stories out there without my contribution. I’m pretty sure the straights are doing OK without me. And despite more and more queer characters popping up in film and TV lately, there is still so much desire for people to see themselves on screen. Take Netflix’s Ultimatum Queer Love - a reality dating show with all the fun and superficial trappings of the genre - and every single one of my queer woman and non-binary friends is emotionally invested in earnest and very seriously discussing the romantic dynamics in the show, and that includes the most high-brow, reality TV patronizing, academics. Seeing something that actually includes you, as opposed to projecting your identity on something that doesn’t is not only refreshing, it's a human need. This Ultimatum thing reminded me we are nowhere close to decent representation - which is having way more queer people just be queer and exist and deal with pretty much every other facet of their life. Just like we actually do, because, you know, we are… people? There is still the perception that a character needs to have a good reason to be queer or that being queer is a theme or a statement. But if queer is a genre then so should be straight. This hegemonic perception sounds stupid but it’s also very fucking dangerous - that’s the logic behind Republicans banning books where there’s a family with two moms - to them, us simply existing is a political statement, while straight stories are simply reality. That’s another reason I will probably keep creating queer characters, cause fuck the bigots.
I’m currently in casting and development of two feature film projects - both of which have very exciting cast attached that I am not at liberty to share right now. But expect inter-generational angst! Fraught family dynamics! The fall of the American Dream! Losing your mind in the public eye! A lot of music! And some queers too!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/unique-graduation-gifts-why-infinite-objects-custom-video-print-is-perfect-for-your-graduate2023-05-30T11:53:52-04:002023-06-06T10:56:37-04:00Unique Graduation Gifts: Why Infinite Objects' Custom Video Print Is Perfect for Your GraduateInfinite Objects
Milestones in education, particularly graduation, from kindergarten to college, are moments to remember. It is only fitting, then, to commemorate these achievements. So whip out your smart phone and make these moments into ones you can relive forever.
At Infinite Objects, we've revolutionized the art of creating custom keepsakes for special times in your life. And we're not talking about an average framed photo. Our Video Prints are moving moments, forever captured in a loop. They're a way to transform a cherished memory or a personal triumph into an ever-present reminder of success and achievement.
So if you're on the hunt for unique graduation gift, or even a way to keep a memory for yourself, look no further. A custom Video Print from Infinite Objects is just the gift you need to celebrate your recent graduate's milestone.
Graduation is a significant life event, marking the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and personal growth. And while traditional gifts like jewelry, watches, or money are always appreciated, why not present something a little more extraordinary and personalized this year?
A graduation video can take may forms. They can be a heartfelt compilation of a student's journey, capturing everything from their first day at school to the triumphant moment they walk across the stage to receive their diploma and toss their caps. It can be a string of TikToks, recording friendships and personal growth throughout the years. It can be a video of all the student's graduations and school photos from childhood through adulthood. Whatever type of video you choose, the innovative technology of Infinite Objects can take these special moments and transform them into a Video Print—a physical, displayable video that is bound to be a conversation starter.
Why is this such a brilliant idea? A custom Video Print from Infinite Objects is more than just a physical memento. It's a window into a precious moment in time, a celebration of achievements, and a testament to the power of resilience and ambition. Unlike regular videos that remain buried in our phones or cloud storage, a Video Print is a tangible piece of art that your recent graduate can proudly display in their new office or home. It's also a perfect way for parents and family to relive the achievements of their relatives.
When it comes to unique graduation gifts, a custom Video Print ticks all the boxes. It's personalized, thoughtful, and serves as a constant reminder of one of the most significant milestones in a person's life. Plus, it's a unique piece of decor that stands out in any environment.
To add an extra layer of personalization, consider including a heartfelt gift note with your Video Print. Express your pride, your hopes for their future, and your unwavering support as they step into this new chapter of their life. Your words of encouragement, combined with the visual representation of their achievement, will surely make this graduation gift a cherished keepsake for years to come.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/fathers-day-gifting-inspo2023-04-27T09:36:13-04:002023-06-06T10:55:48-04:00Father's Day Gifting InspoInfinite ObjectsFather's Day is just around the corner, and with it comes the annual challenge of finding the perfect gift to show your dad how much he means to you. This year, why not go beyond the traditional tie or pair of socks and surprise him with a sentimental Video Print? Not only will it be a unique and thoughtful gift, but it will also last a lifetime.
Father's Day is just around the corner, and with it comes the annual challenge of finding the perfect gift to show your dad how much he means to you. This year, why not go beyond the traditional tie or pair of socks and surprise him with a sentimental Video Print? Not only will it be a unique and thoughtful gift, but it will also last a lifetime.
As a little background, Infinite Objects creates Custom Video Prints that bring your favorite videos to life in a physical form. In just a few clicks, your very own video can be uploaded and transformed into a high-quality, glass-like object that plays your video on a loop. The IOs are available in three sizes, Small, Large, and XL.
They'll arrive ready to gift, with the content already flashed to the device. All Dad has to do is take it out of the box, watch it magically turn on, find a spot for it, then plug it in. It's as simple as that with no fussy setup.
When you're thinking of the perfect memories to gift, one sentimental video that would make an excellent choice for Father's Day could be a compilation of memories with family. This could include footage from family vacations, holidays, birthdays, and other special occasions. Having these memories on display in a physical form would be a daily reminder of the love and joy shared among family members.
Another idea for a sentimental video is a collection of trips with the kids. This could be anything from a camping trip to a visit to the beach, or even a trip to a theme park. Seeing those special moments with his children on display would make any father feel proud and loved.
If your dad has recently become a grandparent, a baby video print would be a wonderful gift. A baby video print could include footage of your dad holding his grandchild for the first time or playing with them during a family gathering. It would be a touching reminder of the bond between grandparent and grandchild. And we promise, there's absolutely no setup, meaning you won't have to call in for any technical support!
When it comes to gifting, it's easy to fall into the trap of choosing the same generic gift each year. But with Infinite Objects Video Prints, you have the opportunity to give something truly unique and thoughtful. Unlike a tie or socks, a video print is a one-of-a-kind gift that can't be found anywhere else. It's a gift that shows you put thought into what your dad would truly appreciate and treasure.
In conclusion, Father's Day is a special occasion that deserves a special gift. With Infinite Objects Video Prints, you have the opportunity to give a sentimental and unique gift that will last a lifetime. Whether it's memories with family, trips with the kids, or baby videos, a video print is a thoughtful way to showcase the love and joy shared between family members. So this Father's Day, go beyond the standard gift and surprise your dad with a gift that he'll truly treasure.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/pro-tips-videos-to-video-prints2023-02-24T11:19:30-05:002023-02-24T11:19:30-05:00Pro Tips: Videos to Video PrintsInfinite Objects
Capturing sentimental video memories is one of the best ways to preserve and relive some of life's most precious moments. With the advent of modern smartphones, it is now easier than ever to capture these memories and keep them forever.
To help you best create these videos, we've compiled some tips on how to capture sentimental video memories on your iPhone, including how to capture videos of your significant other, family, pets, or during travel, as well as some tips on easy editing apps to use for trimming, cropping, and adding filters.
Tip 1: Plan your shots
Before you start recording, take a few moments to plan your shots. Think about the story you want to tell and the moments you want to capture. For example, if you're filming a family vacation, you might want to capture shots of your family exploring a new city, enjoying a meal together, or playing on the beach. By planning your shots, you can ensure that you capture all the important moments that you want to remember.
Tip 2: Use the right lighting
Good lighting is essential for capturing high-quality videos. Make sure that you film in a well-lit area or use natural light if possible. If you're filming indoors, try to position your subject near a window to take advantage of the natural light. If you're filming outside, try to avoid shooting during the middle of the day when the sun is at its highest. Instead, aim for early morning or late afternoon when the light is softer and more flattering.
Tip 3: Get up close and personal
Don't be afraid to get up close and personal with your subjects. This is about capturing important memories after all! This will help to capture their emotions and expressions in a more intimate way. If you're filming your significant other, try to get close to their face to capture their expressions and emotions. If you're filming your pet, get down to their level and film them from their perspective.
Tip 4: Capture the details
The small details can often be the most meaningful when it comes to capturing sentimental memories. Try to capture the little things that might be easily forgotten, like the way your significant other laughs or the sound of your child's voice. These small details can help to bring your memories to life and make them feel more authentic.
Tip 5: Use a tripod
Shaky footage can be distracting and take away from the sentimental nature of your videos. To avoid this, use a tripod to keep your iPhone steady while you're filming. This will help to ensure that your footage is smooth and professional-looking.
Editing Tips: After you've captured your sentimental video memories, it's time to edit them. Here are some easy editing apps to use for trimming, cropping, and adding filters.
1. iMovie - This app comes pre-installed on iPhones and is a great option for basic video editing. It includes features like trimming, cropping, adding music, and adding filters.
2. Adobe Premiere Rush - This app is a more advanced video editing tool that is available for both iPhone and iPad. It includes features like color correction, motion graphics, and audio mixing.
3. InShot - This app is a great option for quick and easy video editing. It includes features like trimming, cropping, adding music, and adding filters.
All in all, capturing sentimental video memories on your iPhone can be a wonderful way to preserve and relive some of life's most precious moments. By following these tips for capturing your videos and using these easy editing apps for post-production, you can create high-quality videos that you can cherish for years to come. Don't forget to turn your masterpieces into tangible art you can watch on loop in your home by uploading them to our creator tool here.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/valentines-day-gifts-shell-love2023-01-30T09:39:02-05:002023-01-30T09:39:02-05:00Valentine's Day Gifts She'll LoveInfinite ObjectsLet's be honest, gift giving is can sometimes be a challenge. But when done right, there's truly no better feeling. This Valentine's day, say goodbye to the ordinary gifts you give year after year, and let us help you get a personalized gift for your wife, girlfriend, or even your best friend.
Let's be honest, gift giving is can sometimes be a challenge. But when done right, there's truly no better feeling. This Valentine's day, say goodbye to the ordinary gifts you give year after year, and let us help you get a personalized gift for your wife, girlfriend, or even your best friend.
Personalized gifts are a secret weapon for any occasion. And we definitely recommend going all out for Valentine's Day. When receiving a gift, what could feel more special than something that's made just for you? And we're not talking just a favorite color or personalized note (although we have those as well). We have personalized gifts that allow you to upload video moments of you and your wife, girlfriend, friend, family, pet... whatever is most important to your better half.
All you have to do is visit our creator tool. Once you do, you simply upload the perfect video from your phone or computer. Then use our editing tools to add the perfect touch. Want to combine videos? Use tools like iMovie to stitch together the perfect loop.
If you don't have the perfect video that features her or the two of you together, no worries! We have plenty of other personalized Video Prints. Is your partner a fan of the Zodiac? Gift her a personalized IO from our Zodiac collection featuring her sign.
We also have an amazing collection of beautiful Letters you can use to spell out her initials, name, or a full message.
Our IO Originals collection are works that our very own team create in-house to make sure there's something for everyone.
Either way, it just takes a few easy clicks to get a perfect personalized gift for the lady in your life this Valentine's Day.
Check out all our products here to see what feels right. Happy gifting!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/valentines-day-gifts-hell-love2023-01-13T12:36:24-05:002023-01-16T15:34:28-05:00Valentine's Day Gifts He'll LoveInfinite ObjectsGift giving should be fun, but when you're trying to find a unique or personal gift, especially for your boyfriend, things can get tough. Personalized gifts are always a thoughtful and meaningful gesture, and we're here to show you how to create the perfect one.
Gift giving should be fun, but when you're trying to find a unique or personal gift, especially for your boyfriend, things can get tough. Personalized gifts are always a thoughtful and meaningful gesture, and we're here to show you how to create the perfect one.
When we talk about personalized gifts for your boyfriend, we're not referring to an engraved picture frame or mug from Etsy. We're taking it to the next level. The personalized gifts for your boyfriend we have in mind are beautiful Infinite Objects Video Prints. A way to finally take your most precious couples videos and make them into works of art.
Our creator tool allows you to free the endless videos stuck on your devices and make a permanently treated Video Print of your cutest couple moments in just a few clicks. Just upload a video from your phone or computer, edit with different filters or playing speeds, and crop to perfection. Then select from one of our three sizes and two materials. While it's just like printing and framing a photograph (but for video), it's not like the digital photo frames you're used to. Unlike traditional digital photo frames, your Video Prints have no buttons, apps or connectivity. This makes the experience as simple as ever. To make it even more magical, when your boyfriend opens his personalized Video Print, it'll start playing in his hands! All you have to do is take it out of the box, find a place for it, and plug it in. Just like a framed photo but from the future. With less functionality than digital frames, we're actually able to make moving memories physical. Instead of looking through your favorite videos on your phone or computer, you can actually gift them for the first time.
Check out a few examples of sweet unboxings our customers have recorded and the video content they used to make their IOs. Whether you've taken videos during recent travel, time with your families, or just during date night, you have everything you need to make the perfect personalized gift for your boyfriend with us.
If you can't find the perfect video of your own, we've also got incredible Video Art Prints. Everything from limited edition artist works from around the world, or pieces in collaboration with the NBA for your sports lover. All it takes is a few minutes and you're sure to find the perfect option.
Not only are these gifts incredibly thoughtful, but they also provide a way for you and your loved one to relive your special memories anytime and anywhere, on loop. Whether you're apart during the day or live long distance, Video Prints are sure to put a smile on your boyfriend's face. So why wait? Start printing your video memories today!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/go-viral-with-infinite-objects2021-10-06T09:56:20-04:002023-01-06T16:37:57-05:00Go Viral with Infinite ObjectsInfinite ObjectsWe’ve reviewed all our viral customer content to bring you a step by step guide to going viral with Infinite Objects. Below, we’ll walk you through the key points that have made our customers’ TikToks go viral.
In the last decade, the concept of viral videos, and the search for the secret formula on how to make them, has been top of mind for social media users and marketers alike. Recently, TikTok has turned the concept of virality on its head with its inclusive algorithm that puts value on the content, and not necessarily on a user's fan base. With users spending an average of 50 minutes a day on the app with over 800M active accounts, the door has been opened to a new generation of influencer-one that can go viral overnight for the very first time.
Over the last few months, we’ve seen dozens of Infinite Objects unboxing videos do just that-create viral videos and new influencers over night. Through simply sharing their recently purchased Infinite Objects, our very own customers have seen nearly 15 million views of a single post. Prior to going viral with IO, many often had only a few hundred views per post. Adorable dog content and presenting someone with emotional and thought-out gifts are the biggest content trends that engage followers. But let’s take it a step back — what is an Infinite Object Video Print and how does it help you go viral on TikTok?
In short, an Infinite Objectis a permanently treated display — We call them Video Prints. There are no buttons, no connectivity, no app, and no updates. Just one video looping infinitely that allows you to treat video like you would a photograph or art print for the very first time.
With TikTok being a video-focused platform, what better way to showcase a Video Print? Also, the aspect ratio is pretty much perfect for converting not only TikTok videos, but also IG stories into an IO. When you combine the personalized nature of a Video Print along with this new and disruptive way to treat art and personal videos, you are showcasing something that users aspire to get their hands on.
We’ve reviewed all our viral customer content to bring you a step by step guide to going viral with Infinite Objects. Below, we’ll walk you through the key points that have made our customers’ TikToks go viral.
Build Suspense
Big reveal!
Glamour shot
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Step One: Build Suspense
Lead with a little mystery. We often see our customers set the stage by telling us why they ordered the piece before showing it off. Was it a birthday gift? Were you commemorating a special moment? Take some time to build the suspense and maybe show off the object in its shipping box before you move into your unboxing.
We encourage you to add some of your own unique touches to spotlight your personality, whether that be through picking a unique location to open your package, or having your furry companion be the package courier like our @chinpals friends.
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Step Two: Big Reveal
This is it. As we mentioned, what makes an Infinite Object unboxing so captivating is that moment you take it out of the box and watch it turn on in your hands. Make sure to show a clear view of the product, so your viewers get the full picture from the other side of the screen.
There are so many ways to get unique with how you show the big reveal, but a few we love are:
Timing the shot of lifting your video print to a music drop, paying attention to trending audio.
Applying a new filter or zoom during your reveal.
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Step Three: The Glamour Shot
How does your Video Print fit in your life? How will you use it?
Whether you showcase it on your bedside table, your bookshelf, or your desk, now is the chance to show your followers how your new Infinite Object fits into your life.
Think of it this way — If you’re showcasing a recipe or food dish, your success lies in whether people can envision themselves making and eating what it is you’re cooking. How the Video Print is displayed and how it shows off your space and personality is key to creating intrigue.
By replicating this overall concept, you begin to drive high user engagement through comments, bookmarks, and the number of saves your videos receive. After all, TikTok isn’t a platform that prioritizes keywords or the most popular users — it’s focused on elevating the content people love most, just like Infinite Objects!
So find a video you love, follow the three easy steps above, and share the moments that matter most to inspire your fellow TikTokers. Chances are you could go viral.
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After a few last edits to your TikTok, make sure to tag us in your comments so we can see your beautiful creation!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-infinite-object2021-01-05T17:30:00-05:002022-12-22T12:38:20-05:00How to get the most out of your Infinite ObjectJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
Infinite Objects make cherishing your favorite moving memories as easy as possible. But how long can that memory be? And what if it goes over the 1gb size limit in ourcreator tool? With this article we’ll be covering how to get the most out of your Infinite Object to make sure you can upload all of your skateboarding dog clips, and keep them looking sharp in the process.
Infinite Objects can store up to 24 hours of video, as long as the file is less than 1gb. Typically, the longer the video, the bigger the file, but with some handy tricks you can make any long video take up a lot less room. So let’s get started!
Most video we shoot these days is at 1080p, or high definition. On average, 1gb of 1080 footage lasts around half an hour, but with video compression tools we can make that lone gigabyte last way longer without sacrificing much quality.
If you’re on a Mac, you have a couple options. Quicktime is the default video player, and it lets you scale down your video just by clicking File > Export as… > and then selecting your desired quality. 720p should be small enough, and as you can see the difference is almost invisible.
Movie Maker on Windows and iMovie on Mac are also both free and offer more control over the final video size when you go to export. If you’re a little more tech savvy, or just don’t want to download a full-fledged video editing app,Handbrakeis another great free option for any platform.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/making-the-perfect-object-with-pixaloop2020-12-06T16:32:29-05:002022-12-22T12:38:52-05:00Make an Awesome Infinite Object with MotionleapJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
Over the past few months, Infinite Objects has been refining what we call our creator tool—a browser-based opportunity to upload and ‘print’ your own video content. We’ve been moved by the response we’ve had from folks who cherish their videos and want to give them a permanent place in their lives.
When it comes to finding the perfect video to print, there are tons of amazing apps that help you enhance your videos or even add movement to photos. Motionleap, Premiere Rush, and InShot are just a few with features that are great for creating a Video Print.
With that in mind, we wanted to show how you can use one of these apps to turn a single photo into an Infinite Object. I’ll be using Motionleap for this guide, but a lot of the principles in this process are the same no matter what you use.
Motionleap is best at turning photos with some implied motion (clouds, rain, a waterfall etc.) into moving content that, as you might be able to guess, loops seamlessly. This seamless quality is really important for making your IO a great piece of ambient home decor. We’ve found jumpy videos that loop aggressively to be pretty distracting, but to each their own! On a similar note, keep in mind that Infinite Objects don’t include audio. Our Video Prints are meant to always be on display, just like a regular photo or painting.
Once you have your chosen photo, go ahead and create a new project in the Motionleap app.
Most of the movement comes from the Animate view by drawing paths along the lines where you want your photo to move, and adding anchors where you don’t. When you’re all done, it should look something like this gif.
Now that you’ve got the animation nailed down, try messing around with some of the 3D motion effects and overlays. Ultimately, though, all that matters is how the moment in the image felt to you, and how you want to remember it in your Video Print. Infinite Objects are a new way to preserve and display a memory, there are no wrong answers.
When you’re ready to export your creation, tap the Export button in the top right corner. We’ll be uploading this video to the Infinite Objects Creator Tool, and for best performance there, use these settings shown here.
After exporting the video, head over to the IO Creator Tool, hit “create,” and upload your video.
To start, we offer two sizes: a 5-inch screen and a 7-inch screen. The smaller is about the size of a postcard, and the larger is closer to the size of a traditional photo frame.
Make sure that the video takes up the whole screen in the preview by adjusting the orientation, using the zoom tool, and dragging the video itself around in the frame. Have some fun adjusting the speed and checking out our filters, and when you’re ready to go, hit “Add to cart” and you’re done! Be sure to add a note during checkout if you're sending it to someone special ;)
For more information or help creating the perfect Infinite Object, reach out to us at loops@infiniteobjects.com, or DM us on Instagram @infiniteobjects, we’d love to hear from you!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/infinite-objects-for-everyone2020-12-03T14:37:53-05:002022-12-22T12:39:53-05:00Infinite Objects For Everyone!Joseph Saavedra
Infinite Objects, we meant it.
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When we decided to call ourselves Infinite Objects, we meant it. Not only do our Objects play your Video Prints on loop, but you can put pretty much any moving content on them. As various as videos can be, we decided to put together a helpful list of Objects for your gift-buying convenience. From the tech heads to the luddites, we’ve got something to offer everyone on your list.
For new parents
With all the emotions that come with welcoming a new family member into the world, by far the best come from spending time with the little one. Every moment with them is a first of some kind, and we all know new parents fill their phones to capture it all. What could be a better way to put all of those moments together than in a beautiful moving display? Baby-books are great, but nothing beats watching those first steps on repeat.
For newlyweds
Right up there with having a kid, getting married is one of the most memorable moments of life. For those in older generations, do you know where your wedding VHS tape is? Do you even still have a VHS player? Infinite Objects make for the perfect way to preserve and display your beautifully edited (not to mention expensive!) wedding videos for years to come.
For the nature lover stuck in the city
Nothing cheers me up more than going for a good hike somewhere beautiful or watching nature videos. Unfortunately for us city-dwelling nature-lovers, it’s been especially difficult to get away for the past several months. One way to soften that blow is to make yourself a window to the outdoors, we’ve even made a few ourselves that we think you’ll love.
For the extrovert stuck in the suburbs
On the other end of things are the folks who love concrete jungles and being immersed in a sea of strangers, but can’t get their extrovert fix. Certainly crowds are off the table, but they can still catch those social city vibes with one of our urban and architectural Infinite Objects. And bonus points if they’re missing their daily commute, Erik Winkowski’s Roundabout reminds us just how pleasant civil engineering can be.
For the easily entertained
What gift buying list would be complete without that certain someone whose hobby involves, ahem, more herbal practices? In all honesty these someones usually aren’t all that difficult to find gifts for, but I think we’ve got the best options by far this holiday season. From colorful comically-surreal dreamscapes, to everyone’s favorite screensaver, we’ve got a lot to keep folks entertained when they just want to eat snacks and watch something pretty.
For grandparents
Last, but certainly the greatest, are gifts for the grandparents. Though grannies everywhere are becoming more and more tech savvy, nothing can compare with the beautiful simplicity of Infinite Objects. There’s no firmware to update, no bluetooth to fight with, just a lovely frame for them to watch their grandchildren take those first steps (see paragraph 2). And for the grandparents whose grandkids are well past baby steps, we have a bouquet of beautiful timelapsed flowers ready to adorn doilies everywhere.
This list covers a lot of ground, but I’m sure you’ve got plenty of other loved ones to think about. For even more options check out infiniteobjects.com, and use our creator tool to print all of your favorite moving memories. And be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter@infiniteobjects to stay in the loop.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/get-to-know-the-infinite-objects-team2020-12-01T17:00:00-05:002022-12-22T12:39:34-05:00Get to Know the Infinite Objects TeamJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
Our staff picks for the 2020 holiday season
With the holidays fast approaching we’re all facing a much different gift buying experience this year. We’re stuck inside, there won’t be much of a Holiday Market scene, mall Santas are stuck behind plexiglass, so what do you get for the aunt who wasalreadyimpossible to find something for?
In the past few months we’ve welcomed some new members to the team, so why not get to know us and get some holiday gift-buying inspiration all at the same time?
When I was a kid, my dad used to record home videos at every major event, birthdays, Christmas, vacations, etc. As technology has progressed, the box of VHS tapes started collecting dust in my basement and have been long since forgotten. I don’t get to see him much anymore and being able to gift him these videos in a modern format would mean the world to him.
When on vacation in Switzerland, I captured a 20-minute drone flight from the top floor balcony of where we were staying. The drone flight begins close-up of my Mom and Me sitting down at a table on the balcony and then very slowly moves away from us and pans around to reveal that we are on the coast of Lake Geneva. The flight then takes 10 minutes to go around the coast and reveal the mountains and water, and then returns back to show me and my mom at the loop point. It’s a great time-capsule of the visual memory of being together somewhere that we will probably never be again.
For my daughter’s elementary school graduation, we chose 200 images from thousands of pictures of her 5 years of school life with her friends and made a slide show to printed on Infinite Objects’ Small Bamboo frame. She was really happy with it. She brought it everywhere in our house and I can see it at the moment. Now it stays at her desk as she starts her middle school life. It was a perfect celebration of that type of life event.
My mom is a Pisces with a hectic schedule and loves looking at calming water and pretty fish, so I captured footage of abeautiful aquariumon the Mediterranean coast to gift her in a small acrylic IO. Since we live in different countries, it’s a token of our bond and something relaxing for her to re-calibrate herself within the midst of her busy day.
For even more options and ideas check outinfiniteobjects.com, and use ourcreator toolto print all of your favorite moving memories. And be sure to follow us onInstagramandTwitter@infiniteobjectsto stay in the loop!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/a-brief-history-of-infinite-objects2020-11-08T17:30:00-05:002022-12-22T12:39:14-05:00A Brief History of Infinite ObjectsJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
A look back at the genesis of Infinite Objects.
Today we are officiallylaunching Infinite Objectsalongside a collaboration withRhizomeand a reception at the New Museum. The New Museum Store is now carrying the Rhizome-curated collection, and ourIO Video Shop and siteis also live, featuring pieces from 11 artists, co-curated in part byDaata EditionsandTransfer Gallery. This has been over 18 months in the making, so I’d love to step back and tell the story of how we got here and where we’re going.
Back in 2017, I was working atPlaneta, a small product R&D studio, building a variety of web apps, mobile experiences, and a handful of hardware concepts. In particular, I was leading the development of a few consumer hardware experiments with our long-time partnerGIPHY. Our mandate was to experiment with how GIFs are created and consumedoutside of your phone. The first thing we developed was a camera.
What would a disposable camera look and feel like if it captured GIFs? How do intentional limitations in a product’s feature-set change our relationship with that product?
Our answer to that was as unusual as the premise. TheGIPHY Camerafeatured a 1080p camera with a single button and a 7-segment display showing how many captures were remaining. No screen, no zoom, no frills. Just an analog viewfinder, a button that triggered a haptic “clacker” (a sound reminiscent of a 35mm camera), and some retro-LED animations. Your GIFs could be pulled via USB or a mobile app over bluetooth.
Next, we decided to experiment around how weconsumethe amazing captures coming from our cameras. Again, something outside of our phones or laptops, something personal, tangible, andmagical.
Inspired by the classic form factor of the Polaroid photograph, theGIPHY Frameprototype features a sub-millimeter thin, HD resolution OLED display that cycles through GIFs when you shake it. The entire device was about 2mm thick and had a dock for charging and data updating. These prototypes nailed the magical element of “holding” a moving image, and instantly we knew we were on to something.
It was at this point in Spring 2018 that we decided we should start a new company altogether and properly explore how creating physical expressions fordigitalcontent could redefine how we sell, buy, experience, and value video content.
Thus was born Infinite Objects, Inc.
Read about where we are today and where we’re going in our Launch Announcement Post. And a massive shout out to our product design partnerTomorrow Labwho worked on both the GIPHY projects mentioned above.
— Joe Saavedra, Founder & CEO
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/give-a-moving-gift-this-fathers-day2020-06-01T17:00:00-04:002023-01-06T16:40:03-05:00Give a Moving Gift this Father's DayJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
What do you get the man who already has a closet full of ties he ignores for that brown and red one from 2004?
Father’s Day is just around the corner, which means we must ask ourselves an age old question: what do you get the man who already has dozens of novelty boxers and a closet full of ties he ignores in favor of that brown and red one from 2004?
It’s a tricky one to answer, but this year we’ve got a great solution for you:Infinite Objects. Get ready for some pro-tips on how to make an amazing video print with home video along with pointers on where to find some great free videos.
For those of you who want to get your hands digitally dirty, we have a few suggestions. Remember that this print will play on loop forever, so make sure it’s a good one! Home video is probably your best bet, but if someone accidentally happened to delete the recording of your younger sibling’s Zoom graduation, we have you covered.
A wonderful repository of digital media,Archive.orghas tons of classic films likeNight of the Living Deador Charlie Chaplin’sThe Vagabondthat can be used for free.
Or you could find some beautiful footage captured byNASAto sit on your dad’s desk; as long as you don’t show NASA’s logo, their footage is free for public use.
Other sites likeBeachfront B-RollandPixabayare also great resources for finding compelling imagery.
If you’re not sure that your less-than-tech-wizard dad will go for something like an Infinite Object, rest assured. We’ve made the set-up as simple as possible, just pick it up, put it down, and plug it in. There are no updates, no connectivity, and no fiddly little buttons.
And if you’re looking for somethingextra-special, we also offer a wide range of editioned video art objects that dads everywhere will love.
Lastly, for the 21st century DIY Dad, we now offerInfinite Objects gift cards–specific enough to show you put thought into it, and open ended enough to make sure he’ll get something he loves.
Be sure to order your Father's Day gift beforeJune 14thto get it in time!
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/how-to-make-it-a-mother-s-day-to-remember-with-infinite-objects2020-05-01T17:30:00-04:002023-01-10T10:16:29-05:00How to make it a Mother’s Day to remember with Infinite ObjectsJoseph Saavedra
OurVideo Printsbring you closer to mom, even when you’re apart.
We may be losing track of the days of the week, but we do know this — Mother’s Day is right around the corner. Looking for ways to stay close while staying apart? Infinite Objects is here to help you find the perfect gift. In fact, we're even holding aMother's Day giveawaywithPiccolinyto supportNo Kid Hungryas they work to help parents keep their children fed through school closures.
Plus, we think you’ll enjoy giving it as much as mom does receiving it. Here’s what we mean:
IO is an outlet for your creativity.Whether you’re a professional videographer or you just have one decent family photo (yes I said photo) on your phone, you can create a video that’s bound to impress even the most discriminating mothers.
IO will take you on a trip down memory lane.If you haven’t been going through old phone albums lately, you should definitely give it a try. To find the perfect content to send to your Mom, take a few minutes (for me it was joyous hours) to reminisce about the adventures of days past. Again, keep your eye out for both videos and photos your mom would love.
IO will knock your mom’s socks right off.Let’s face it. Family is your mom’s jam. Imagine presenting her with a whole new way of commemorating family moments in a beautiful design object, especially while you can’t be together. EXTRA BONUS: Unlike digital frames, IO turns on right in your hands, meaning you won’t even have to FaceTime your mom to explain the setup. All she has to do is take it out the box, confirm the fact that you are, indeed, her favorite child, and then plug it in to keep it playing.
If you’re not familiar with IO, we’ve got a couple of different offerings to consider for your Mother’s Day gift.
A custom Video Print.Use your own photo or video to create a custom Video Print. OurCreator Toollets you upload your very own video to send right to mom’s door. Don’t have the perfect video? Fear not! Apps like Pixaloop, and even using stickers on Instagram Stories mean you can create animations on still photos, export or download them, and put them right into an IO.
A piece of beautiful art.Is your mom more of an art lover? Our store features digital artists from around the world who have made limited edition pieces just for IO.
Key takeaway: IO + Mother’s Day = Win, Win! We all need some magic in our lives right now, so take a few minutes and make a unique gift for the woman who brought you into this world. Be sure to@infinteobjectson IG and use #weprintvideo to share your incredible creations.
Stay home and stay safe!
To learn more about our product and offerings, check out our posthere.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/make-your-mom-cry-in-a-good-way-this-mothers-day-working-title2020-05-01T17:00:00-04:002023-01-06T16:39:15-05:00Gift a Moving Memory this Mother's DayJoseph SaavedraMore]]>
Mothers everywhere have a lot more to take care of these days than making sure you’ve been eating vegetables and washing your hands. As Mothers Day approaches, we wanted to share some ideas for gifts that truly never stop giving. What could be better than printing a memory of times we were together when we have to stay so far apart? Infinite Objects are just that, a tangible memory. And not only are we offering the chance to print your favorite videos, but we’ve curated and crafted a beautiful collection of ready-made Objects that would help anyone find a little calmness in this stressful moment. We recently posted about how you can make an amazing video from a single photo using Pixaloop, and today we’re featuring an app that you probably already have downloaded–Instagram. And don’t worry, you won’t have to post a thing.
To start, find a photo or video your mom would love. While every mom is different, we’ve come up with suggestions to help make the best possible Infinite Object. Mainly, pick something that’ll never get old; our Objects are meant to be always on, playing on loop forever. You’ll also want to think about where this might end up living–videos with too much motion can be distracting in a small office, but are much better in a larger living room. Lastly, don’t worry about audio, Infinite Objects are always totally silent. One of the easiest ways to bring a photo to life with Instagram is by adding stickers, and there are tons to choose from by our friends at Giphy; all you have to do is search for Mothers Day. Add any other text, filters, or doodles, and when you’re done, tap the download icon and head over to infiniteobjects.com.
Next, go ahead and hit that bright blue “create your own” button! Here you’ll upload the video you just made and preview it on an Object, the small is around the size of a postcard, and the large is about the size of a traditional photo frame. Have some fun and play around with the options available, especially scaling the zoom, adjusting the speed, and dragging to reposition the video.
Once you’ve watched the whole thing through once or twice, tap add to cart! Be sure to add a note during check out to make your Infinite Object all the more personal. And last but not least, if you haven't called your mom in a while, give her a ring! Sometimes a little conversation is better than anything else.
To make sure your gift arrives in time, order by April 30th.
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https://infiniteobjects.com/blogs/blog/io-artist-interviews-exonemo2019-12-02T16:04:00-05:002023-01-06T16:38:29-05:00IO Artist Interviews: ExonemoJoseph SaavedraWorking with Infinite Objects has made me see moving images in a new way."
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What has been the experience of working with Infinite Objects as a medium?
Working with Infinite Objects has made me see moving images in a new way. As the Art Director at Infinite Objects, I’ve worked a lot with the team to figure out the best types of moving content you can live with, in your home, while it plays on a 24/7 loop. It’s different than what you’d see on social media or YouTube. We set out to make sure that the content wasn’t just living inside a screen, but breathing into our lives. For the exonemo piece, we decided to convert a previous work, “Body Paint,” to this new platform in order to successfully bring the piece from a gallery into a living space.
What are the ways in which Infinite Objects allows you to expand your work’s impact and reach?
Currently, exonemo has a solo show at NOWHERE gallery in NYC. Here, we’re able to display the original “Body Paint” and the IO version at the same time. This comparison is quite interesting as it gives people who are fans of the original piece an opportunity to experience it from a different perspective and vice versa.
How do you think this technology will impact the future of digital art?
I think that Infinite Objects will not only impact digital art but will expand the role of moving images in our daily lives. This will go beyond fast-consuming moving image culture like social media. IO has the potential to build a life-long relationship between people and the moving image.
Check out exonemo's Body Paint and stay tuned for more news on future editions.
I’m excited to announce the official launch of Infinite Objects — permanent, non-updatable displays for a single moving image. We call them “video prints”. They represent a new vision for redefining how we buy, sell, collect, and experience video. Our launch collection, created in collaboration with 11 talented artists, is available for purchase at our website and at the New Museum Store starting today.
We have a simple, yet radical vision. Our company is built on the belief that video can be appreciated and valued the same way posters, prints, and photographs have been for centuries; not just trapped in our phones and laptops, in our camera roll or on Youtube. So, we invented a new format, a physical one.
What is an Infinite Object?
An Infinite Object is a looping video in a permanent display that you can’t update. There are no buttons, no connectivity, and no app. Our video prints are displays free from the distractions, barrage of features, and updates that we’ve come to expect from all of today’s screen-based products.
“Achik’ I” by Alfredo Salazar-Caro. 2m 33s. Edition of 10.
To augment the video content itself, and embrace the permanence of a video print, we’ve designed what we call an “Art Overlay”. This is a material layer, of variable opacity, that becomes a static design element which can enable layered depth effects, and can permanently define active vs. non-active pixel areas.
“Teen Jail” by Jeremy Couillard. 40m 00s. Edition of 10. Back-side shown.
We’ve also included a custom back-side. This is a place for the piece’s title, edition number, and artist signature to live, or simply a static design element of the piece.We have designed the first display with a back-side actually worth checking out.
Our launch model features a 7-inch diagonal IPS LCD Display that can hold up to 24-hours of content, playing the same piece of content, forever.
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How does it work?
We’ve designed the simplest possible user experience of any display product, ever. There are no switches, there is no app, and our product requires no configuration. This is not a gadget — you are collecting a video.
In 3 steps:
Infinite Objects User Experience
1. Pick it up. Infinite Objects turn on in your hand. 2. Put it down. Find a great spot in your home or workspace for your piece to live. 3. Plug it in. Infinite Objects are designed to be always on. A ‘perpetually present’ piece of decor. To turn it off, simply return the object into its box and place it on your bookshelf for when you need your moving image fix.
Valuing video
By permanently marrying a physical object to a single digital video, we are assigning value to the content that can be tangibly realized beyond a “like” or retweet. This brings video from just viral value (clicks and views) into the billion-dollar economies of prints, photography, and framed art and decor.
“Body Paint” by Exonemo. 1m 44s, Edition of 10.
While we strongly believe our product will have an audience with all types of video content — including pop culture and user-generated content (we’ll be thefirst-ever printers of Live Photos) — we are launching with an exclusively curated collection of new media art.
Why art? Because all new ideas come from art. Because there is no group of creators who better understand what a “perpetually present” video should look and feel like. And because art is the most valuable type of content, particularly when created in signed, limited edition runs, something that our product is able to do for digital video, for the first time.
For this collection, we’ve partnered with 3 curatorial institutions at the forefront of new media and born-digital art: Rhizome, Transfer Gallery, and Daata Editions. Working with a set of 11 artists has been a very inspiring process, and helped us understand our product even more.
This is just the beginning
We see limited-edition moving image art as an incredibly powerful category in defining what Infinite Objects can mean for collecting and living with video content. Working with the incredible group of curators and artists this summer has been inspiring, and we will continue collaborating with artists, designers, and creators for the foreseeable future. Today, our collection and price-points appeal to the true new media art collector, the appreciator of video art who is excited to own a limited edition video outside of a USB stick or wallet on the blockchain.
However, the opportunities for video prints are as infinite as your Instagram feed. Do you have an idea of what video you’d like to print? We want to hear from you. Please head over toour Collaboration portaland shoot us a message. We can’t wait to hear from you and work together to usher in this fresh vision of what video and moving images can mean to us all.
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Some stories written about IO since launch:
Infinite Objects brings a moving image’s context outside of the smart device realm and into the real world. —HYPEBEAST
Infinite Objects brings video art into the home. Looping editioned artworks that elevate the humble GIF. —Cool Hunting