LOVE ME LATER – A research project exploring romantic relationships between humans and robot in the near future: How is it that in some cultures today, it is easier to imagine a human marrying a robot than another human of the same gender? In 2017, a man decided to ‘marry’ his self-built robot while same sex marriage is still not recognized in his country. In times where social isolation, age loneliness, and lack of intimacy are increasingly a reality, AI powered companions, such as sexbots and other technologies, seem to be the solution of tomorrow. But how much will mankind turn to AI, both physically and emotionally? Will a robot ever take the place of a human? Does this debate still belong to a far-off, dystopian future? “Love Me Later” is a speculative exploration of intimate human-robot relationships in a future society. At the center is the idea of a movement promoting equal rights for human-robot couples. The work consists of concept pride flags, symbology, and a manifesto video. This project aims to shed light on the potential consequences of how we use technology, and the role human-robot relationships already have today. Edited by Farrell Sean Nugroho.

What if the White House

WHAT IF THE WHITE HOUSE – In this project, the most iconic political landmark of the 21st century becomes what it inherently could be: A blank canvas. In an experiment, the White House colouring book was given to children between the ages of 3-9. Each drawing showed findings that immediately raised questions and left room for interpretations of political opinion and ideologies. This rather playful approach explored political bias in a Trump era and continues questioning the patriarchal systems we still have today as well as unequal representation in Western politics.

Beartime Stories – Bedtime stories were a highlight of my childhood. Proven to spark language skills and creativity, it is heartbreaking to think that some children don't have anyone to read to them. In 2014, my friends and I founded our own charity project allowing everyone to donate a bedtime story to a parentless child. Through an online platform people were able to record themselves reading out their favorite stories. The stories were collected and transferred onto special teddy bears equipped with integrated music players. Finally, the bears we donated to children homes around the world. Throughout this project, we were able to work with several partners such as the New York Foundling, St. Christophers London, and Cuddle Tunes, to make this all actually happen. 

Espeauranto

ESPEAURANTO – In this project, I compiled over 50+ photos of people's skin and turned them into temporary tattoos for people to apply and wear. The idea was to give everyone the chance to actually wear someone else's skin – in the easiest and most humane way possible. Inventing of a rather absurd fashion accessory, this project seeks to encourage more empathy for one another, regardless of someone's skin color. Moreover, ESPEAURANTO takes a critical stance at blackfishing, an interpersonal form of racism where Black beauty aesthetics are appropriated by white people, predominantly misused by white influencers and public figures.

LOVE ME LATER –
How is it that in some cultures today, it is easier to imagine a human marrying a robot than another human of the same gender?

In 2017, a man decided to ‘marry’ his self-built robot while same sex marriage is still not recognized in his country. In times where social isolation, age loneliness, and lack of intimacy are increasingly a reality, AI powered companions, such as sexbots and other technologies, seem to be the solution of tomorrow. But how much will mankind turn to AI, both physically and emotionally? Will a robot ever take the place of a human? Does this debate still belong to a far-off, dystopian future?

“Love Me Later” is a speculative exploration of intimate human-robot relationships in a future society. At the center is the idea of a movement promoting equal rights for human-robot couples. The work consists of concept pride flags, symbology, and a manifesto video. This project aims to shed light on the potential consequences of how we use technology, and the role human-robot relationships already have today. Edited by Farrell Sean Nugroho.

What if the White House

WHAT IF THE WHITE HOUSE –

In this project, the most iconic political landmark of the 21st century becomes what it inherently could be: A blank canvas.

In an experiment, the White House colouring book was given to children between the ages of 3-9. Each drawing showed findings that immediately raised questions and left room for interpretations of political opinion and ideologies.

This rather playful approach explored political bias in a Trump era and continues questioning the patriarchal systems we still have today as well as unequal representation in Western politics.

Beartime Stories –

Bedtime stories were a highlight of my childhood. Proven to spark language skills and creativity, it is heartbreaking to think that some children don't have anyone to read to them.

In 2014, my friends and I founded our own charity project allowing everyone to donate a bedtime story to a parentless child. Through an online platform people were able to record themselves reading out their favorite stories. The stories were collected and transferred onto special teddy bears equipped with integrated music players.

Finally, the bears we donated to children homes around the world. Throughout this project, we were able to work with several partners such as the New York Foundling, St. Christophers London, and Cuddle Tunes, to make this all actually happen. 

ESPEAURANTO

ESPEAURANTO –

In this project, I turned over 50+ photos of people's skin into temporary tattoos for everyone to apply and wear. The idea was to give people the chance to actually wear someone else's skin – in the easiest and most humane way possible.

Inventing of a rather absurd fashion accesory, this project seeks to encourage more empathy for each other, regardless of someone's skin color.

Moreover, ESPEAURANTO takes a critical stance at blackfishing, an interpersonal form of racism where Black beauty aesthetics are appropriated by white people, predominantly misused by white influencers and public figures.