404 zero: Crafting Generative Art through Code, Sound and Improvisation

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In episode 23 of The Installation Art Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant duo behind 404.zero, Kristina and Alex. Renowned for their groundbreaking work at the intersection of visuals, sound, and technology, 404.zero crafts mesmerizing large-scale installations and modular soundscapes that explore big philosophical questions around death, the unknown, and the cosmos.

From self-taught programming to custom-built tools and hardware, 404.zero push the boundaries of what’s possible in audio-visual art. In our conversation, they share their journey, creative process, and insights into the challenges and joys of working on ambitious international projects.

We also discuss:
• Their successful venture into modular music production.
• How the self-taught duo's use of modular synthesizers has redefined their approach to art-making.
• From remote installations to visa issues, Kristina and Alex share some of the logistical hurdles they have been facing.
• Their belief that installations should invite profound personal reflection and interaction.

00:00 Introduction and Quick Questions
01:24 Early Influences and Career Beginnings
06:57 Meeting and Collaborating
09:01 First Major Projects
20:41 Innovative Installations and Techniques
31:46 Installation in Unique Venues
33:05 Creating Site-Specific Soundscapes
34:11 Challenges and Outsourcing
34:44 Audience Interaction and Impact
48:00 Visa Issues and Future Aspirations

404.zero’s work has been showcased at major festivals like Dark Mofo, MUTEK, GAMMA and more. Learn more about their projects on their website: https://www.404zero.com/ & check out the visuals on Youtube:    / @404zero   and follow them on Instagram:   / 404.zero   

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Also mentioned in this episode:
Mariinsky Theater: https://www.mariinsky.ru/en/ | @mariinsky
Multimedia Art Museum (MAMM): https://mamm-mdf.ru/en/ |
Touchdesigner: https://derivative.ca/ |   / touchdesigner   | @TouchDesignerOfficial
Moscow Planetarium: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moscow_...
Xology: https://www.xology.com/hardware-design
Kinect tracking: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinect
Greenhouse Studios: https://www.greenhouse.is/ |   / greenhouse.studios  
Bedroom Community: https://bedroomcommunity.net/ |   / bedroom_community   | @BedroomCommunityRecords
Dark Mofo: https://darkmofo.net.au/ |   / dark_mofo  
MONA: https://mona.net.au/ |   / monamuseum   | @MonaMuseum
Art Gallery of NSW: https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/ |   / artgalleryofnsw   | ‪@ArtGalleryofNSW‬


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