These plant spores were used in an experiment to show what would happen if they were subject to the vibrations of a subwoofer. The results are interesting showing that the spores actually move and group creating for a dynamic and interesting look into the science of sound.
The video was created by Susie Sie and the spores used are lycopodium powder. We’ve seen things like liquids dance and be formed by sound before, but this video was shot differently.
The whole project was shot in slow motion exposing the strange workings of sound and sound waves. The powders do all sort of things including clump up or dissipate depending on the sound being output to them and even jump around and move in organized rhythm.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Symphonic Plant Spores
- Opportunity to explore the potential of using plant spores in artistic and scientific applications involving sound and vibrations.
- Dynamic Sound Visualization
- Opportunity to develop technologies that visually represent sound through the movement and grouping of particles, like plant spores.
- Slow Motion Sound Experiments
- Opportunity to experiment with slow motion videography to capture the intricate and often unseen effects of sound on various materials.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- Opportunity for artists and designers to integrate plant spores and sound visualization into multimedia installations and performances.
- Scientific Research
- Opportunity for scientists to explore the relationship between sound, vibrations, and material behavior using plant spores as a model.
- Entertainment Technology
- Opportunity to develop innovative sound visualization technologies for immersive experiences and interactive installations in the entertainment industry.
