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Interactive Cloud

An Interactive installation used to create a fun audio-visual experience for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Interactive Cloud

Designed by: Beth Dixon
DISOCION
INTERACTIVE CLOUD

I was asked to create an experiential project, utilising Arduino software and hardware to create a sensor based interface. My task was to create something that could output but sound and visual elements. After generating a range of ideas, I decided to create an Interactive Cloud that could be used in sensory environments for children during the EYFS stage. I would like it to be used within a nursery or sensory environment. For the project I have used Arduino to control and combine lightening and sound effects that are controlled by sensors. I have used a MIDI trigger that controls a Neopixel strip alongside Ableton software to create a functioning and fun sensory device. My target audience for the project is children aged 2-5 years old as I believe it will be a fun and experimental project. I have used each note to change the colours of the cloud.

Skills for this project

Research
Physical Programming
Ableton
Branding

Research

It was important to understand the competitors and know the target market before designing this project.

Physical Programming

I used Arduino throughout this project so learning and developing my understanding of the code was extremely important throughout.

Ableton

I have used Ableton software for the project. It was important to understand the MIDI controls and how to get each note to react with the input.

Branding

Branding and design has been important throughout to make my the overall concept stand out for children.

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