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LaG - Latent Glitch [ Media Art ]

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Spatial Forces

Dreaming Fujairah

A machine-driven reimagining of Al Fujairah, blending its natural, cultural, and industrial essence into AI-generated visions of latent possibilities.

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November 22, 2024

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This project harnesses the power of artificial intelligence and StyleGAN, trained on a curated dataset of over 10,000 images. These images were sourced from diverse mediums, including video footage, photographs, and online image scraping, to construct a rich visual database. The result is a machine-driven reimagining—hallucinations of a latent Al Fujairah—blurring the boundaries between the real and the possible.

The project offers an immersive walk through AI-generated interpolations of Al Fujairah’s frames, presenting a window into what could be. These interpolations reveal a continuous transition between the existing and the speculative, allowing viewers to experience the Emirate as a mosaic of unperceived transformations, guided by the latent spaces of machine creativity.

AI Training Data: A Comprehensive Representation of Fujairah
The AI model was trained to cover the key elements and diverse aspects of Al Fujairah, ensuring it encapsulates the essence of the city. The training data includes:

Nature and Materials:
Mountains: Hajar Mountain ranges, their rugged textures and rich geological colors.
Sand: The unique hues of Fujairah’s coastal and desert sands, reflecting its natural heritage.
Water: The Gulf of Oman’s coastline, waves, and the reflections of light on its surface.

Landmarks and Monuments:
Fujairah Fort: The iconic 17th-century fortress, one of the UAE’s oldest and most significant historical sites.
Al-Bidyah Mosque: The UAE's oldest mosque, known for its mud-brick architecture.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Fujairah: A monumental modern mosque, blending traditional and contemporary Islamic design.
Awhlah Fort: Another heritage site reflecting the defensive architecture of the past.
Heritage Village: Depicting life in the pre-oil era, showcasing traditional houses and local crafts.

Industry and Infrastructure:
Fujairah Port: One of the world’s top oil bunkering hubs, critical for global trade routes.
Quarries and Concrete Extraction Sites: Reflecting the region’s role in construction material production.
Plastic Manufacturing Facilities: Highlighting the city’s contributions to industrial diversification.
Fujairah Free Zone: A hub for international business and trade, capturing its economic dynamism.

Project Team

Daniel Escobar
Firas Safieddine

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