Casey Reas presenting at The Center for Design and Geopolitics at Calit2, University of California, San Diego. The talk, recorded on June 2nd and 3rd, 2011, explores topics like agency of code, procedural literacy, and pedagogy within a geopolitical context. Reas discusses how design can be a powerful tool for understanding and shaping the world around us, delving into the process of creating and utilizing code for complex problem-solving.
For Casey Reas, software is the most natural medium to work with. He uses code to express his thoughts—starting with a sketch, composing it in code, and witnessing the imagery that it ultimately creates. We visit his studio to see how he uses color to convey emotion and how his programming language Processing is closing the gap between software and object.
In this engaging conversation, John Gerrard discusses his crystalline artwork with Casey REAS. They explore the processes, inspirations, and philosophical underpinnings of Gerrard's unique creations. The discussion delves into the interplay of science, spirituality, and artistic expression within crystalline forms, offering insight into a fascinating intersection of disciplines. Viewers gain a deeper understanding of Gerrard's artistic journey and the captivating world of crystalline art.