Plastic Heart
Bronze 2025

Plastic Heart

by SuKang You for SuKang You (Hongik University)

Plastic Heart is a Public LED Media Art installation that visualizes the environmental crisis caused by plastic waste. The artwork takes the form of a heart, constructed from colorful plastic debris, pulsating rhythmically like a living organ. Utilizing AI-generated imagery and NeRF technology, the piece transforms digital artwork into a striking 3D visualization. The LED display enhances its immersive quality, engaging the audience with a thought provoking spectacle.

Questions & Answers

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1

What are the display dimensions of Plastic Heart LED Media Art at COEX Mall?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art is displayed on a 4224mm (W) × 1944mm (H) anamorphic LED screen at COEX Mall.

2

What technology is used to generate multi-angle 3D objects in Plastic Heart LED Media Art?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art uses NeRF technology to generate multi-angle 3D objects.

3

Which software tool processed the final visuals for Plastic Heart LED Media Art?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was processed with After Effects.

4

How many different screen formats is Plastic Heart LED Media Art adapted for?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was adapted for 14 different screen formats.

5

On what date was Plastic Heart LED Media Art first exhibited at COEX Mall?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was first exhibited at COEX Mall on December 25, 2024.

6

For which festival was Plastic Heart LED Media Art created?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was created for SMAF 2025 (Seoul Media Art Festival).

7

Which award did Plastic Heart LED Media Art receive in 2025?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was awarded Bronze in the A' Virtual and Digital Art Installations Design Award in 2025.

8

During which months in 2024 was Plastic Heart LED Media Art produced?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art was produced from September to November 2024.

9

What audio components, if any, accompany Plastic Heart LED Media Art?

Answer

Plastic Heart LED Media Art is accompanied by Christmas carols in its opening sequence.

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