He had His Picture Taken with His Avatar, 2008

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Salvaged parts and materials.  Ornamental birds, humming bird feeder, artificial turf, artificial flowers, bamboo plywood, electronics and motors.

Inspired by a trip to the 2008 Zero1 Festival in San Jose, CA.  Eddo Stern’s Portal, Wormhole, Flythough allowed people with a World of Warcraft avatar, to have their picture taken with their virtual alter-ego.  I couldn’t help but question who, the player or the avatar,  is dominant and who is submissive.