The invisible economy principles encrypted into a magic teller machine, embellished with Kashmiri Naqashi-inspired motifs.
represented in the Edicurial collection
Creating a dialogue between centuries-old techniques and the limitless possibilities of the digital age, viewers are encouraged to find their own sense of play in discovering new, psycho-technologies within the blockchain. I hope it inspires others to look beyond the machinery that propels our lives forward and to seek the invisible forces that shape our own existences and mysteries that lie within! Embarking on a journey that bridges centuries-old craftsmanship with the horizons of digital expression, each crafted piece is a vessel and a fragment of a larger story.
Imaginary Machines merges traditional Kashmiri papier-mache craft and blockchain technology, with the tools of stop-motion animation and dynamic smart contracts. Each piece is an exploration of the age-old art interpreting ideas formed in new and unexpected ways, and providing an interactive, evolving experience that marries the charm of craftsmanship with the possibilities of the digital age.
What intangible cogs propel the machinery of our lives? What invisible forces shape our own existence, and what mysteries lie within waiting to unfold? Introducing a interactive dynamic triptych that oscillates, transitioning seamlessly through three visions! Partake and observe the testament to uncharted territories of Tsandargam’s abyss (the happy valley, moon town). An evolving narrative and interplay between imagination and illuminating the enigmatic dance of unseen energies: tune into, "Tell A Vision!"
dispatch & trailer on the making of this imaginary machine that operates from dreams
Based on the Tezos blockchain, the Kashmir series is a visual anthology of the artistic exploration and documentation of the region that became the building blocks for the fantastical narrative, Tales from Tsandargam. Each piece is a window inspired by ideas happened upon in research, blending folklore, natural beauty, and the region's unique ethos.
