Li Hao
Pop Star-Labyrinth Ⅱ
Pop Star-Labyrinth II transforms memory, nature, and cultural narratives into a vibrant, living landscape.
Pop Star-Labyrinth II i
The fragmented glass surfaces capture and distort light, dissolving the boundaries between reality and reflection. By combining organic, leaf-like forms with sharp, angular geometries, the work evokes the tension between nature’s fluid dynamism and the precision of human engineering. The interplay of these elements challenges the viewer’s perception of space, compelling them to navigate a labyrinth of overlapping realities.
This installation leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning models to reinterpret significant traces and symbols of life, such as flags and loudspeakers, reimagining them as dynamic elements within a dreamlike "neural network" space. By weaving personal and cultural data into new visual narratives, the artwork transforms memory, symbols, and imagination into a pulsating, ever-evolving visual experience.
Within the space, embedded digital displays pulsate with glitch-inspired visuals, disrupting the serene green environment. These animations, generated through AI-driven processes, embody the intrusion of technology into our natural world—reflecting both the beauty and chaos of modernity. This "neural dreamscape" metaphorically expresses the multidimensional narratives of life, where memory is no longer static but constantly shifting and recontextualized.
The fractured green glass and mirrored structures create a suspended labyrinth of reflections, where reality collides with illusion. Each fragment distorts and amplifies light, drawing viewers into a space that challenges their perception of self and environment. These reflective surfaces echo the dynamic nature of memory—ceaselessly reshaping, fracturing, and recomposing—inviting visitors into a multidimensional dialogue about identity and time.
Pop Star-Labyrinth II transforms memory, nature, and cultural narratives into a vibrant, living landscape. It invites audiences to reflect on a poignant question: In a world shaped by artificial intelligence and reconstructed realities, how do we redefine our relationship with memory, technology, and the natural world?