Whenever observer for any reason pushes the red button at the exhibition hall - although he is presented that it will bring pain - artist will receive electrical shock. At dinner. In bed. Catching that last tram. Wherever the artist is, as the technology is stamped "worldwide compatible evil witchcraft".
Installation. Custom microelectronics, wireless (local and GSM) networking, wearable electronics, micro controller, programming.
Materials: PVH, aluminium, textile.

 
Collaboration with Krišs Salmanis (initial concept).
 
Installation made for exhibition 2014, part of Cultural Capital of Europe programme, active 18. January - 20. April, 2014 @ Arsenāls Exhibition Hall, Riga.

Photo: Actual button to bring the war. 1.06€.

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