After yesterday’s tutorial with Cecelia, I realized that there is an overarching theme in my objects, tying together my box of uncertainty. The interplay of identity and its ever changing nature. The realization of these interconnectedness has given me a new lens to view these experiences.
When I first started gaming, creating my avatars was more than just a part of the game; It was a window into exploring my own identity. Each character I craft, their styles and traits all varied at different stages of my life, as I evolve, so do my avatars. They are dynamic embodiments of our changing selves, each avatar I created mirrored my personality at their time of creation.
The move from Singapore to Taiwan was another important part in this narrative. My coin, symbolizing the transition, was about more than just a change in geographic location. It marked a significant transformation in my personal growth and journey. I was struggling to find a sense of belonging, as I continuously tried to adapt to fit in.
The show “Rick and Morty,” initially echoed my pessimistic outlook, however as I evolved and revisited it, I started to perceive it differently. The same lines that once resonated deeply with my pessimism began to align with a more positive perspective, it made my own personal growth and evolution over the years clear to me.
Looking at the topic on generative AIs, the tutorial yesterday kind of sparked another layer of understanding in this. With all the human data that these AI models feed on, I feel like it’s a reflection of human creativity and collective identity, a blend of multiple different individual inputs into a shared narrative.