takafumi ide

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  • Latest update from purple sketches

    Latest update from purple sketches

    Before I knew it, ten months had passed since my last update. I’ve been working on many things every day, but I haven’t been able to keep up with updating this website, which I find a little disappointing.

    On the other hand, since starting my newsletter purple sketches in February 2024, I’ve been consistently publishing it once or twice a month. It’s quite unusual for me, but I’ve managed to continue writing regularly, and I use it mainly to share updates about my activities.

    As for the presentation of my artworks, I still plan to organize and post them here on my website, though I haven’t yet been able to catch up with that part.


    Nakanojo Biennale 2025: “leap” Walkthrough by Takafumi Ide

    ps#38 中之条ビエンナーレ2025 「アワイコユ」ビデオツアー

    Read on Substack

    Currently, I’m working on a projection mapping (or video art) piece for a local event in a town on Long Island. Since this type of work exists entirely within the computer, I don’t have to worry about storage space or bulky physical materials, which makes the production process feel a bit lighter. However, it’s always a challenge to balance time, and I often end up working right up to the last minute.

    photo image of the backside wall at Gallery North in Setauket, NY
    photo image of the backside wall at Gallery North in Setauket, NY

    Although updates to this website may be slow, I want to let you know that I am actively working on new projects every day.
    Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

  • December 2024 construction in progress

    December 2024 construction in progress

    I’m currently updating this website for the first time in a while. The previous version was built on a WordPress template from 2010, which I customized with my own CSS. However, after 14 years, it was starting to show its age and faced compatibility issues. So, for the 2025 update, I’ve made some modest changes to its design and functionality. My top priority was ensuring it looks great on mobile devices and other screens, and I’m happy to say that’s been addressed for now.

    Going forward, I plan to gradually introduce some of my other works that I’ve kept under wraps until now. Additionally, I’ve been publishing a newsletter on Substack, so feel free to check it out if you’re interested!

  • News letter “purple sketches”

    Since the beginning of this year, 2024, I have started using Substack to distribute a newsletter. I share updates about events and happenings around me once every week or two. Please take a look!

    Link https://takafumiide.substack.com/about

  • A pretty interactive artwork “Heartstrings” is appeared at NYC Resistor

    About this event/exhibition

    NYC Resistor’s Interactive Show has been around for more than 14 years. Their annual party and fundraiser invites hackers from around the region to show off their cool interactive projects with free beats and beers provided. Tickets $17.85 ($15 plus fees) in advance, $20 at the door.

    This year’s theme is Third Space From the Sun. The bots have been cooped up too long, it’s time to let their chaos reign.

    Grab your tickets now! See previews of participating artists on the NYC Resistor blog and Instagram.

    Exhibition title:
    The 14th Annual Interactive Show: Third Space From the Sun

    Date and time:
    start at Sat, Jun 8, 2024, 6:00 PM EDT

    Location:
    NYC Resistor
    87 3rd Ave. 4th floor, Brooklyn, NY 11217