Another You: Virtual Embodiment Phenomena
Another You: Virtual Embodiment Phenomena

Summary/Abstract: As the virtual space expands through various forms of digital media, visual arts are progressively incorporating nonverbal interactive languages, unlocking novel immersive experiences that contribute to the emergence of innovative storytelling techniques and art forms. In this creative research paper, the co-author and lead designer of the virtual embodiment installation “In Search of the Lost Body” examines his contribution to Adina Pintilie’s multi-platform project You Are Another Me—A Cathedral of the Body showcased at the 59th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia in 2022. Focusing on the convergence of virtuality and corporeality, the VR art installation aspires to facilitate the phenomenological experience that evokes the You Are Another Me tender and supportive relationships between bodies, helping to break down barriers of prejudice and discrimination. Using a mix of creative practices and academic research, empirical investigation, and theoretical analysis, the paper delves into the phenomenon of virtual embodiment, investigating its potential as a transformative artistic experience. Drawing on the author’s unique perspective and Pintilie’s aspiration to venture beyond the fourth wall of cinema, the paper explores how virtual embodiment can foster sensorial immersive experiences that strengthen the connection between audiences and artistic narratives.

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