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DJ Hawtin Merges Music and Art with Digital Sculptures
24 Jul
Summary
- Artwork transforms discarded footwear into digital sculptures.
- Music and art blend in a performance exploring plastic's impact.
- The exhibition runs online until the end of 2026.
Internationally acclaimed DJ and producer Richie Hawtin has partnered with digital artist John Gerrard for a unique live performance. This collaboration is centered around Gerrard's year-long solar artwork project, SPIRITS, which scrutinizes society's reliance on plastic and petroleum. The innovative exhibition, housed at LACMA's David Geffen Galleries, utilizes discarded footwear collected globally.
These collected shoes are transformed into high-resolution digital sculptures that gradually appear to dissolve into rippling oil. Audiences can interact with the piece using their personal devices. Hawtin, who served as a creative advisor for the score, performed live alongside Gerrard's simulations, extending electronic music's reach beyond typical club settings.
SPIRITS leverages emerging imaging technology to confront the consequences of modern consumption. Hawtin's involvement continues his career-long exploration of how technology can reshape musical experiences. The online exhibition is accessible via a mobile browser and remains available through the end of 2026.
