Project Update & To-Do List

I will be finalizing my interactive dance project within the next couple of weeks, and I am working to bring together all the disparate parts. While the actual creative concept is clear in my head, the challenging part now is making everything cohesive. The following is a working list of the different tasks I need to accomplish (hopefully this week):

1) Start working with LilyPad and sensors
I finally picked up my LilyPad kit (which was on back order) and will get my hands on it in class tomorrow. Yay! The Deluxe Kit from SparkFun Electronics includes:

* LilyPad Accelerometer
* LilyPad Mainboard
* LilyPad Bright White LED
* LilyPad Button Board
* LilyPad Buzzer
* LilyPad Light Sensor
* LilyPad Power Supply
* LilyPad Temperature Sensor
* LilyPad Tri-Color LED
* LilyPad Vibration Motor
* FTDI Basic Breakout
* Mini USB Cable
* 1 spool of 234/34 Conductive Thread


2) Finalize sound and video clips
I've been working on sound and video clips that communicate my creative message. I am exploring the (dis)embodied feminine and the machine with homage to Donna Haraway. I'd like to finalize these clips ASAP so that I have time to fully get my head around the tech element of my project, which leads me to.....

3) Configure Max patch
I need to work with Max to make sure it communicates with the sensors and the video output in the appropriate fashion. This will probably be the most challenging piece for me.

4) Secure dance space
My friend recently opened a space in Highlands, Eliot Street Collective, and I will be using the studio for my project. I think it will lend the appropriate environment for dancing and filming.