Digital Art Visionaries Bring Futuristic Installations to South Florida Fair with Epson Projectors
Digital artist duo Electric Dream Machine (EDM) created three futuristic installations at the 2025 South Florida Fair using 14 Epson projectors and AI-generated content. The installations, supporting the fair's "Imagine the Future" theme, included a holographic mascot "Ribby" using an EB-PQ2213B laser projector, a 40x20-foot sand sculpture illuminated by eight large venue laser projectors, and a "Design Lab" control panel powered by five projectors.
The project marked EDM's first exclusive use of AI-generated visuals for animated content, with over 1,000 versions of "Ribby" created to match voiceovers with facial expressions. The installations remained active for 17 days, attracting over 400,000 visitors. The project showcased Epson's advanced projection technology, featuring 4K resolution and high brightness capabilities, creating immersive visual experiences even in challenging lighting conditions.
Il duo di artisti digitali Electric Dream Machine (EDM) ha realizzato tre installazioni futuristiche alla Fiera della Florida del Sud 2025 utilizzando 14 proiettori Epson e contenuti generati dall'IA. Le installazioni, in linea con il tema della fiera "Immagina il Futuro", includevano una mascotte olografica "Ribby" creata con un proiettore laser EB-PQ2213B, una scultura di sabbia di 40x20 piedi illuminata da otto proiettori laser per grandi spazi, e un pannello di controllo "Design Lab" alimentato da cinque proiettori.
Questo progetto ha rappresentato la prima esclusiva di EDM nell'uso di contenuti animati generati dall'IA, con oltre 1.000 versioni di "Ribby" create per sincronizzare doppiaggi ed espressioni facciali. Le installazioni sono rimaste attive per 17 giorni, attirando più di 400.000 visitatori. Il progetto ha messo in mostra la tecnologia avanzata di proiezione Epson, con risoluzione 4K e alta luminosità, offrendo esperienze visive immersive anche in condizioni di illuminazione difficili.
El dúo de artistas digitales Electric Dream Machine (EDM) creó tres instalaciones futuristas en la Feria del Sur de Florida 2025 utilizando 14 proyectores Epson y contenido generado por IA. Las instalaciones, que apoyaban el tema de la feria "Imagina el Futuro", incluían una mascota holográfica "Ribby" con un proyector láser EB-PQ2213B, una escultura de arena de 40x20 pies iluminada por ocho proyectores láser para grandes espacios, y un panel de control "Design Lab" impulsado por cinco proyectores.
El proyecto marcó el primer uso exclusivo de EDM de visuales animados generados por IA, con más de 1,000 versiones de "Ribby" creadas para sincronizar voces con expresiones faciales. Las instalaciones estuvieron activas durante 17 días, atrayendo a más de 400,000 visitantes. El proyecto mostró la avanzada tecnología de proyección de Epson, con resolución 4K y alta luminosidad, creando experiencias visuales inmersivas incluso en condiciones de iluminación difíciles.
디지털 아티스트 듀오 Electric Dream Machine(EDM)은 2025년 사우스 플로리다 박람회에서 14대의 엡손 프로젝터와 AI 생성 콘텐츠를 사용해 세 개의 미래지향적 설치물을 제작했습니다. 박람회의 "미래를 상상하다"라는 주제를 지원하는 이 설치물들은 EB-PQ2213B 레이저 프로젝터를 활용한 홀로그램 마스코트 "리비", 8대의 대형 레이저 프로젝터로 조명된 40x20피트 모래 조각상, 그리고 5대의 프로젝터로 구동되는 "디자인 랩" 제어판으로 구성되었습니다.
이 프로젝트는 EDM이 AI 생성 애니메이션 콘텐츠만을 독점적으로 사용한 첫 사례로, 음성 더빙과 얼굴 표정을 맞추기 위해 1,000개 이상의 "리비" 버전이 제작되었습니다. 설치물들은 17일간 운영되었으며 40만 명 이상의 방문객을 끌어모았습니다. 이 프로젝트는 엡손의 첨단 프로젝션 기술을 선보였으며, 4K 해상도와 높은 밝기 기능으로 까다로운 조명 환경에서도 몰입감 있는 시각 경험을 제공했습니다.
Le duo d'artistes numériques Electric Dream Machine (EDM) a créé trois installations futuristes à la Foire de Floride du Sud 2025 en utilisant 14 projecteurs Epson et du contenu généré par IA. Les installations, soutenant le thème de la foire "Imaginez le Futur", comprenaient une mascotte holographique "Ribby" avec un projecteur laser EB-PQ2213B, une sculpture de sable de 40x20 pieds éclairée par huit projecteurs laser pour grands espaces, et un panneau de contrôle "Design Lab" alimenté par cinq projecteurs.
Le projet a marqué la première utilisation exclusive par EDM de visuels animés générés par IA, avec plus de 1 000 versions de "Ribby" créées pour synchroniser les voix off avec les expressions faciales. Les installations sont restées actives pendant 17 jours, attirant plus de 400 000 visiteurs. Ce projet a mis en avant la technologie de projection avancée d'Epson, offrant une résolution 4K et une haute luminosité, créant des expériences visuelles immersives même dans des conditions d'éclairage difficiles.
Das digitale Künstlerduo Electric Dream Machine (EDM) schuf auf der South Florida Fair 2025 drei futuristische Installationen mit 14 Epson-Projektoren und KI-generierten Inhalten. Die Installationen, die das Thema der Messe "Stell dir die Zukunft vor" unterstützten, umfassten ein holografisches Maskottchen "Ribby" mit einem EB-PQ2213B Laserprojektor, eine 40x20 Fuß große Sandskulptur, beleuchtet von acht Großraum-Laserprojektoren, sowie ein "Design Lab"-Bedienfeld, das von fünf Projektoren betrieben wurde.
Das Projekt markierte EDMs erste exklusive Nutzung von KI-generierten Animationen, wobei über 1.000 Versionen von "Ribby" erstellt wurden, um Sprachaufnahmen mit Gesichtsausdrücken abzustimmen. Die Installationen waren 17 Tage lang aktiv und zogen über 400.000 Besucher an. Das Projekt zeigte Epsons fortschrittliche Projektionstechnologie mit 4K-Auflösung und hoher Helligkeit, die immersive visuelle Erlebnisse selbst unter schwierigen Lichtverhältnissen ermöglichte.
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The Electric Dream Machine Created a Cyborg Sand Sculpture, Futuristic
Control Panel and Holographic Mascot Using 14 Epson Projectors
and AI Generated Video and Graphics
Featuring vivid movements and representing the future of technology, EDM integrated AI-generated video and graphics to bring the installations to life. In need of crisp, bright colors and detail to illuminate each element, EDM used a variety of Epson 3-chip 3LCD projectors. While pushing the boundaries of projection and integrating AI into this year's installation was no small feat, the end result was worth it with over 400,000 visitors enjoying a unique, visually compelling experience.
"The Electric Dream Machine always exceeds our expectations," said Rita De Mier-Lincoln, CFE, director of brand management, South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc. "Jasper was able to make our vision a reality and incorporated so much more to our initial ideas – the staff, the sponsors and our board members were blown away."
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It took a few weeks and several rounds of AI application testing to produce the three installations that remained active for the full 17 days of the fair. The ability to utilize multiple Epson projectors for each installation was crucial to this project. "On top of Epson's stellar projected image quality, the versatility of their interchangeable lenses and the way they pack so much power inside their modestly sized projectors makes the logistical aspects of a complicated installation not only manageable, but also an enjoyable, exciting process," said Mosher.
The Installations
For the first installation, the EDM team created a hologram of the fair's first place ribbon mascot, "Ribby," who greeted visitors at the main entrance. "Ribby" was the smallest mapping piece, but not the simplest task. It was the character's voice to facial animation that shifted plans. After pivoting a couple of times, the duo ended up generating over 1,000 versions of "Ribby" and stitched together six different speeches to match the voiceover with facial expressions and body movements. As the first attraction, "Ribby" needed to have a commanding presence. The EDM team achieved this using an EB-PQ2213B laser projector. Capable of delivering up to 13,000 lumens1 from one compact chassis, the projector's high brightness and 4K resolution was vital in producing the vibrant, high-detailed imagery that brought "Ribby" into dynamic form – just as EDM intended – even when battling the afternoon sunlight that streamed through the entrance doors.
Mosher said, "One of the most tedious editing projects I've ever done was 'Ribby'. Luckily it all paid off. The projection mapping aspects were the easiest part, due to decades of experience utilizing Epson projectors and working with Resolume projection mapping software." As his go-to software for more than 20 years, Mosher notes, "Resolume is the muscle behind the magic, and we could not have accomplished this project without this invaluable piece of programming."
Next up was a projection mapped sand sculpture that stood 40- by 20-feet wide and 12-feet tall. The EDM team used eight Epson large venue laser projectors to light up the sand. Featuring incredibly detailed projection mapping techniques, guests were greeted with extremely bright, eye-popping colors and mesmerizing visuals that captivated their attention.
The final installation was the "Design Lab" – a large supercomputer control panel with three screens that featured futuristic-themed carnival midway rides. Taking visitors on digitally stimulating rides of the future through outer space, the EDM team used five Epson projectors to illuminate this piece. With a very limited throw distance, the projectors were mounted on the ceiling and used short-throw lens technology to fill the massive 10- by 30-foot command console. This setup worked flawlessly, displaying an intricate array of animated control panels with no obvious source of projection. This "hidden" power source effect was key to creating the intended illusion – leaving people marveling at the magical technology without fully understanding how it was possible.
"A crucial piece to this year's productions was the Epson projectors and their ability to bring our vision to life in a real-world setting," continued Mosher. "There's something about the vibrancy of their colors that makes the final product leap off the surface. The resolution and detail, especially with the 4K projectors, gave a 'larger than life' presence, creating the illusion of a futuristic, cartoon-like entity existing right there in real space."
The EDM team's goal was to craft three different visual illusions that all occupy space in real life – and they pulled it off. Thousands of attendees lit up in 'awe' at the truly astonishing installations that appeared ultra-realistic. Many attendees were experiencing something of this caliber for the very first time. "Creating an entrance with such a 'wow-factor' set the tone for the rest of the fair," said Mosher. "It was a great feeling to stand by the main entrance and see thousands of peoples' faces light up with genuine awe when they walked in and saw the main sand sculpture."
"Epson projector technology continues to evolve to meet the needs of digital artists who are constantly pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling," said Ramzi Shakra, senior product manager, Epson America, Inc. "We are always so impressed with the EDM team's use of our projectors in innovative ways to create unforgettable experiences, and their latest installation at the state fair is another example of their amazing creativity and skills."
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