Abstract
Fluidity of Time is a digital clock installation that uses particle simulations to symbolize the fluctuating nature of human emotions throughout the day. Inspired by the concept of entropy—the natural shift from order to disorder—the clock’s particle-based digits flow, collapse, and rebuild, mirroring emotional cycles. The project addresses the issue of disconnection in a post-pandemic, technology-driven world, aiming to captivate viewers and create shared experiences that foster community. Through experimentation in X-Particles, I developed fluid, life-like motion in a digital clock that engages viewers on both aesthetic and emotional levels. The installation received positive feedback for its mesmerizing and satisfying visual appeal. Future iterations of the piece could amplify the emotional expression in the particles. Ultimately, this project bridges art, animation, 3D design, and user experience design, offering a functional and artistic experience that encourages viewers to slow down and connect with both the art and each other.
Publication Date
10-17-2024
Document Type
Thesis
Student Type
Graduate
Degree Name
Visual Communication Design (MFA)
Department, Program, or Center
Design, School of
College
College of Art and Design
Advisor
Mike Strobert
Advisor/Committee Member
Adam Smith
Recommended Citation
Huey, Phoebe, "Fluidity of Time" (2024). Thesis. Rochester Institute of Technology. Accessed from
https://repository.rit.edu/theses/11939
Supplement
Huey-FluidityofTime-ThesisFinal.mp4 (157210 kB)
Supplement 1
Campus
RIT – Main Campus
