The project explores how immersive media can turn art history into a personal, emotionally resonant experience. At its core lies the question: How can Virtual Reality and AI offer new ways to engage with cultural memory?
The journey begins with the viewers’ photo being taken. While they are immersed in the VR experience, an AI filter transforms their image into a portrait in the distinctive style of Egon Schiele, delivered as a printed keepsake at the end.
Set in Schiele’s studio on a cold October night in 1918, the viewer meets the gravely ill artist as he begins to sketch their likeness and engage them in a personal conversation. Through flashbacks, they experience formative moments from Schiele’s life and the atmosphere of Vienna 1900. The story branches based on the viewer’s responses, creating a unique path through the narrative.
The project is primarily composed of live-action 360° stereo VR, enriched with interactive sequences and 3D-generated environments. It blends cinematic storytelling with immersive technology and AI image processing to reflect on identity, legacy and the power of art in times of crisis.
