Multimedia Design
We work across wide range of media. As multimedia is an abstract term, here is the list of media and fields that we are particularly good at. In the actual production process, we are constantly trying new tools and techiniques.
Generative Art
Generative art refers to art that in whole or in part has been created with the use of an autonomous system, like a piece of code. We create animation and music with code to create generative art, for example, a piece that could play forever without repetition.
Artificial Intelligence
We use AI as a tool in our creative process. LLMs (language models) are invaluable for research, brainstorming, organizing ideas, and selecting tools or technologies to use. Generative AI supports us across various fields like visuals, sound, and coding, serving as both a source of inspiration and a provider of materials. For us, AI feels like a 'quirky, meticulous, and experimental bandmate.' At the same time, we remain mindful of the discussions around credit and copyright in generative AI. When using AI tools, we carefully consider what is ethical. These reflections inspired the creation of 'Be: /Prompt', a piece centered on the theme of 'reclaiming credit stolen by AI to the artists, using AI.' As artists of this era, we believe that engaging with evolving technologies, reflecting on their impact, and creating alongside them is one of the ways to be.
Interactive
Interactivity enhances the experience. Many of the interactive works we create are audio-visual, engaging both sight and sound. In the installation 'Synaesthesia', we used the users' movements, in the web app 'OnomatoPedal', playing on the keyboard or drum pads, to trigger sounds and animations.Interactivity also plays a significant role in our infographics. In works like 'Heartbeats.', 'Pulse of Love and Hate', and '1.82%', users can explore deeper layers of information through interactive elements.
SVG Animation
Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) is an XML-based vector image format for defining two-dimensional graphics, with support for interactivity and animation. For the NFT project 'Heartbeats.', we successfully embedded a lightweight audio player inside standalone SVG files, playing animation and sound at the same time but in different loop durations in any web browser.
Editorial Design
Editorial design is the life work of the PB art director and the book lover Siori Kitajima, and she has experience for over two decades in designing books, magazines, and ePubs in Japan and U.S. Books published by The Sager Group, the publisher run by the best selling journalist Mike Sager in San Diego, CA, are all designed by Siori since their founding in 2012.
Data Visualization
Infographics, info-sculptures, and interactive data visualizations. Working with numbers is a passion of PatternBased Art. Expressing data effectively can show us different angles to understand our world, and data visualization is a way to make numbers a story. We are always looking for opportunities to collaborate with talented researchers for meaningful projects. For examples, see our Data Visualization page. PatternBased artist Siori Kitajima has received the Information Is Beautiful Award 2022, the special 'Impressive Individual' award, with her 4 original data visualization works.
UI/UX
PatternBased Art creates intuitive UI/UX. We start with a prototype and continue revising until we find the ideal user experience and interface. This workflow is possible because we design and code simultaneously.
Objects and Wearables
We design objects and wearable goods like T-shirts, pants, mugs, neck gaiters, etc. for collaborative projects and themes we love. In our science series, Tardigrade T-shirts are particularly popular. Some of the products are available on the EQD Merch store and Amazon.
Paintings and Murals
We work with analog paintings and murals as well as other digital mediums. Mixing analog and digital techniques, public murals and projection mapping is an interest we want to explore.