Formatting and constructing the final three image panels to reference the form of the symbol pi_Π, refers to the foundational use of it in creating computer-based algorithms, especially for the continuing development of ‘identification’ software (eg face recognition) where an infinite number of variables is needed (“Facebook is developing deep learning software to understand what its users say and do online, a spokesman confirmed for Singularity Hub…Notable deep learning projects have already allowed computers to recognize in photos and videos the faces of humans and cats and to identify the emotions behind written content even when they’re not stated explicitly. Face.com claimed its software could identify which photographed smiles were genuine and which were fake.” Scott 2013)

Thus, by formatting the final image of ‘foundlings_Ø_115’, so that their face, particularly their eyes have been lost within the structure of the pi_ Π symbol, it not only references the fact that the foundlings are unidentified, but also alludes to the loss of personal privacy as a result of the ‘identification’ software and data collection being developed and stored in the online environment.

foundlings_Ø_115_pi

foundlings_Ø_115_pi

foundlings_Ø_115_pi {dear memo-ry installation}

dear memo-ry (honours installation_middle)

_process

Printing onto wood veneer was aimed not only to provide a tactile and warm return to the object that evokes the craftsmanship of the past, but to also use the substrate’s inherit symbolism of time and growth (indexed by a trees growth rings), to allude to the continual evolution of creative digital process and the embracement of the enduring aesthetic effects of time. Making the final prints into a light-box is to enhance this quality (wood grain) and evoke the inner and intuitive world. Differing finishing results where trialled (i.e. sealing the wood with varnish or shellac, staining, etc then applying the InkAid clear matte pre coat)…with a shellac layer being finally utilised. To print onto the veneer, utilise a carrier sheet to aid in registration…format your file accordingly.

foundlings_Ø_115_pi (carrier sheet)

foundlings_Ø_115_pi (printing finishes)