Paper Heart
3D Printed Nylon, Thermochromic Crystals
An 8" human heart-shaped sculpture with the ability to respond to human touch.
Paper Heart (2018)
Photos by jimniiart
Utilizing 3D printing and thermochormic liquid crystals, I created an 8" human heart-shaped sculpture with the ability to respond to human touch. Just as a mood ring reacts when in contact with body heat, the sculpture shifts from black to an array of colors as someone comes in contact with its surface or in response to its environment. The sculpture is an interactive work, aiming to spark a conversation on how we can use technology to enrich human connection instead of detracting from it.
Demonstrations of the heart's responsiveness to touch and heat.
A closeup photo of 'Paper Heart.' This photo captures about 4 of her colors, but she has the ability to change up to 12 from a range of 60-90°F
Photo by Angie Luvara
Paper Heart was original put on display at Wish Gallery in Atlanta, GA in 2018, and then shown again at Goat Farm Art Center in 2019.
Project Acknowledgements
Special thanks to Arielle Symone, Akeel Austin, 3D Printing Tech & WISH Gallery for assistance with this project.
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