Aparna Rao: Art that craves your attention

The video explores various artworks, each with unique interactive elements. 'Imperial Monochromes' shifts between chaos and order, influenced by the viewer's presence. 'Handheld' features a paper held by wooden hands, mimicking camera instability. 'Decoy' is a figure that seeks attention but loses interest once noticed. A sound instrument shaped like an amphitheater responds to the viewer's presence with clapping. 'Framerunners' involves figures moving within a grid, highlighting themes of entrapment and freedom.

What is the main theme explored in the 'Imperial Monochromes' installation?

• The transition from chaos to order

• The use of vibrant colors

• The depiction of historical events

• The influence of modern technology

In the 'Handheld' installation, what does the movement of the sculpture resemble?

• A handheld camera

• A rotating sculpture

• A steady camera

• A moving vehicle

What is the primary purpose of the 'Decoy' installation?

• To create a soothing environment

• To attract attention

• To display historical artifacts

• To provide educational content

How does the 'Decoy' installation appear in terms of its design?

• Handcrafted and unique

• Mass-manufactured like consumer products

• Minimalist and abstract

• Colorful and vibrant

What is the unique feature of the 'Framerunners' grid?

• It changes color with light

• It is a static display

• It allows figures to move comically

• It is made of metal

What dual role does the grid in 'Framerunners' play for the figures?

• A stage and a backdrop

• A prison and a fortress

• A canvas and a frame

• A mirror and a window

Which institution collaborated on the 'Framerunners' prototype?

• MIT

• Stanford University

• Harvard University

• ETH Zurich