dis(ORDER)is an immersive installation reflecting 8 experiences of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Through metronomic sound, digitally projected visuals and dance loops, it reveals the underlying internal processes of OCD and how they may be affected by common anxiety treatments. Although termed a ‘disorder’, ironically, there is great order in what is seemingly chaotic.

The imagery displayed here is of the Mandelbrot equation, chosen as the project’s visuals due to its recursive or self-similar character. The Mandelbrot is a mathematical equation in the field of fractals, uniquely known for its infinite feedback loop and complex orderly pattern. Some believe it is the underlying order of the universe! Applied to OCD, it describes how the feedback loop of the mind continues to amplify fear and obsession.

Phases:

• Topic and Research - secondary research

• Mid-term show (WIP) and proposal

• Research and Analysis - interviews and finding connections and themes

• Idea - Chaos Theory, Mandelbrots and Feedback Loops

• Experience Design - 2D and 3D animation, HTML/CSS and Javascript programming, Arduino physical computing, prototyping, modeling, web development, sound editing

(Due to the Covid 19 lockdown, I could not build the intended physical version of the project, so the project website displays a simplified interactive teaser)