When we approached Mira Chen to collaborate on an interactive photography installation, we knew her innovative approach would transform the way viewers experience art. Mira’s work has always blended photography with motion, but for Resonance: Photography in Motion, she took it a step further by integrating sound-reactive visuals and real-time interaction to create a truly dynamic experience.
In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Mira to discuss her creative process, how she merges photography with motion and sound, and the immersive experience she aimed to create with Resonance.
“I’ve always been interested in the way photography can capture a moment in time,” Mira shared. “But in Resonance, I wanted to bring that moment to life. I wanted the viewer to feel like they weren’t just looking at a photo, but stepping into it—experiencing it as it evolves and reacts to their presence.”
One of the key innovations in Resonance is how Mira incorporates real-time interaction. Rather than presenting static images, the photographs move and transform in response to the viewer’s actions and ambient sound. “The photographs become more than just images,” she explained. “They’re living, breathing parts of the experience. The work shifts, grows, and changes depending on how the viewer engages with it. No two interactions are the same.”
Mira’s perspective sheds light on the future of photography, where digital elements and interactive design work together to create a multisensory experience. In Resonance, photography transcends the still image, becoming something viewers can engage with, not just observe.