Combining 3D projection mapping and generative/audio reactive real-time and pre-rendered elements, the producers used Barco's FLM HD20 projectors to display the kaleidoscope of visual elements in concert with Tobin's music. The artist recently described the integration of projection mapping and music as a "reverse score," alluding to the cinematic parallels he sought to achieve in creating the show.
The dynamic stage featured the joint efforts of industry heavy-weights, Vello Virkhaus, founder of V Squared Labs responsible for creating the visual imagery and projection mapping effects, Alex Lazarus of blasthaus serving as executive producer, and Heather Shaw, CEO of Vita Motus Design Studio responsible for conceptualizing and creating the stage as production and set designer - these masterminds combined forces to create the seamlessly 3D-mapped sculpture featuring digital video projection on a giant cubic array surrounding the artist.
"The Barco projectors are the most rugged, and the perfect 'go to' workhorse for this kind of show. Because the projection is the focal point, diligence and reliability is key," commented Lazarus. "Another advantage is the software interface, which enables us to conveniently control settings for the projectors from our laptops. Bottom line, we always know the show will go on with Barco; it's why I've used them for years."
The sold-out worldwide tour concluded in Eindhoven, Netherlands on November 26, 2011 with a special performance officially wrapping ISAM Live on New Year's Eve in San Francisco.
(Jim Evans)
