This reading really protrays how drastically computer-related research and functions have changed. Going from an exclusive feature to an accessible, easily transferable function, the use of computer vision has dramatically changed.
An interesting point in the reading was about the role of the entire human body in the interaction with a computer. I found Videoplace an incredibly interesting launchpad for human-computer interaction because of its obvious and still-apparent affects in the field and in other interactive art. The development from simply human movement to also the incorporation of other senses, such as sight and speech, was also interesting, because it shows the endless potential of interactive pieces according to a designers needs and motives. Moving forward, the potential for interactive instillation art is also explored- perhaps the most interesting part to me. I really enjoyed this because instillation art is meant to engage an audience, and combing it with this field allows obvious interaction, which is uplifting to audience engagement.
The reading also touched on the possible problems one may encounter when attempting to create interactive work. This especially resonated with me because often times, I will scratch an idea because I don’t know how and if I would be able to do it. Detecting these problems and finding solutions enables artists and designers to pursue projects regardless of the possible failures that may result from the technical bits.
All in all, the computer function of design opens up endless possibilities for artists and their works- there is no rejection of any crazy idea.