SOLARIS

PRESENTATION PITCH

I. CONCEPT

WHAT

SOLARIS is an innovative audiovisual production tool that fosters a direct and synchronized interaction between audio and video elements within the Ableton Live environment. This Max plug-in empowers users to create dynamic visual experiences that respond in real-time to their music.

HOW

SOLARIS functions as a Max plug-in for Ableton Live. This means it seamlessly integrates within the Ableton Live interface, allowing users to work within their familiar environment. When audio is played in Ableton Live, SOLARIS captures the audio decibel levels and transmits this data to the video clips imported into the plug-in. Based on user-defined thresholds, the audio triggers specific visual manipulations of the video data. These manipulations can include adding, subtracting, or dividing the visual data, resulting in dynamic and ever-evolving visuals that respond directly to the music.

WHY

SOLARIS is a creative tool designed to bridge the gap between Ableton Live and MAX/MSP, two industry-standard software programs used by multimedia technologists and artists. While Ableton Live excels in music production, MAX/MSP offers a powerful platform for creating interactive visual experiences. SOLARIS leverages the strengths of both programs, allowing users to seamlessly integrate dynamic visuals into their sonic compositions within Ableton Live. By providing this functionality within a familiar environment, SOLARIS empowers these creators to expand their artistic horizons and craft truly immersive multimedia experiences.

II. DESCRIPTION

Process

This interactive music video editor empowers users to create unique visuals driven by their music. Users begin by importing two video clips and their audio track. The software then analyzes the audio's compressor decibel levels. At designated thresholds set by the user, the chosen video clip is visually manipulated in one of three ways: addition, subtraction, or division of the visual data. These manipulations are applied sequentially, ultimately transforming the two clips into a single, dynamic visual piece.

Users can customize the creative process by adjusting the audio thresholds that trigger the visual effects. Additionally, they have the flexibility to choose which of the three visual modifications (addition, subtraction, or division) occurs at each threshold, providing further creative control over the final outcome.

Max Plug-In Patch

◍ 2 video importing slots
◍ 3 video editing options
◍ 1 audio threshold section

Audience

Experimental Video and Audio Artists: For artists seeking to create visuals with a post-digital, deconstructed aesthetic, SOLARIS offers a powerful VJing tool or editing suite. It allows them to manipulate visuals in real-time based on their audio compositions, fostering a unique and dynamic creative process.

Multimedia Software Users: For users familiar with Ableton Live and MAX/MSP who are curious about exploring the intricate interplay between audio and visual elements, SOLARIS provides an intuitive interface for experimentation and learning. By working within the familiar Ableton Live environment, users can gain valuable insights into the world of audiovisual creation.