#Zodiac glyphs acrylic painting code

But after some testing, they decided to project the signs onto the paint for a more unique effect and versatility in future use. Initially, the team wanted to paint the zodiac signs onto each circle in a bright acrylic, maybe cyan or white. Each of the 12 circles would represent a different zodiac sign. They painted twelve circles in a clock-like format around the perimeter of the wood using Electric Paint. They decided wood was the best material to construct this piece, as its final setting would be mounted on a wall in a public space.

The various colours would become different horoscope texts displayed when different sensors (made using capacitive paint) are pressed.

#Zodiac glyphs acrylic painting code

Next, they experimented with processing the code to display different text on the screen when different sensors are pressed. They built a simple capacitive proximity sensor with the conductive ink (see image below), a resistor and the Arduino. To begin constructing their product, they started by testing the paint on thick watercolour paper so they could gauge the amount of paint they would need to create a properly functioning circuit. Instead of something as personal and detailed as a calendar, they created a piece that could be hung in a more public space and that would be applicable to a wider audience: a display of the twelve zodiac signs that display the user’s horoscope. They decided to simplify this idea, but keep a similar interaction. Their early idea was to create a calendar where the user could touch a day of the week to view the events for that date. They loved the versatility of the paint and the endless possibilities of what they could create. They started with researching creative coding projects and were inspired by Bare Conductive Electric Paint. They are all Interaction Design MFA students, so the emphasis for this project, in addition to creating an object that incorporated basic circuit building, sensor data/computing element, was to create a beautiful and charming interaction. Olivia and her team completed this project as a midterm skills assessment, in a Physical Computing class at School of Visual Arts. We caught up with Interactive Designer, Olivia Greco, who explains below the idea behind the project and how they built it. We were very curious to find out more about it and its design. At first, it looks like a smart wall clock but as we soon found out, there is more to it than meets the eye. While looking for creative projects using our technology, we bumped into this interactive Zodiac Wheel. They are great for wood signs, posters or advertising making, home decorations and more.The future is in smart homes and buildings - from smart walls and tables to interactive calendars. Wide Application You can use these reusable stencils on furniture, wood, fabric, wall, paper, plastic, metal, ceramics, rock, glass, and other flat plane to meet your artistic creation.Of course, filling in with colored pencils is also a good choice. For Various Painting Ways You can use the acrylic paints and small brush to drawing or use airbrush spraying directly, save time and effort.And these stencils are flexible and durable, reusable and long lasting for different projects.

Washable and Reusable Easy to clean, just wash with soap and water after use.Precision laser cutting that will ensure edges more smooth, and designed with round corners, safe for your DIY creation. High Quality Our DIY craft stencils are made of eco-friendly PET, lightweight and portable, reliable quality.This is a good template for horoscope lovers drawing and doodling. Horoscope Stencils You will get 1 pcs twelve constellations pattern painting templates.