“Code Current” is an innovative digital design series of online website installations created, coded, and curated by Jase Harley. Embracing the spirit of Net Art, a movement that views the internet as both a medium and a gallery for art, this project redefines the boundaries of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design, presenting them as forms of art in their own right. Utilizing HTML5/CSS and WordPress as an open-source canvas, “Code Current” constructs a network of immersive, multimedia-rich websites that serve as a hub for original published works, entirely free from commercial interference.
Project Objectives:
- Reimagining Web Design as Art:
- Establishing UX/UI design as a legitimate art form, where the interaction between the user and the digital space becomes an integral part of the artistic experience.
- Showcasing the versatility and artistic potential of HTML5/CSS and WordPress in creating visually compelling and functionally engaging websites.
- Creating a Multimedia Hub:
- JaseHarley.com and its subsidiary sites form the central platform for “Code Current,” curating a diverse range of original content, including digital art, writing, and interactive media.
- The open-source platforms allow the creation of a non-commercial space that prioritizes creative expression over monetization.
- Curating an Immersive Experience:
- Each website installation is designed as an immersive, multimedia experience, inviting viewers to explore, interact, and engage with the content in a meaningful way.
- Multimedia elements such as sound, video, and animation enhance the sensory impact of the digital environment.
- Championing the Net Art Movement:
- Paying homage to the Net Art movement, these digital spaces blur the lines between art, design, and technology, embracing the internet’s role as a democratic platform for artistic expression.
- Traditional notions of art galleries are challenged by presenting the internet as a dynamic, ever-evolving space for creativity.
Key Features:
- Original Web Installations:
- Each site within “Code Current” reflects a distinct theme or concept through its design, content, and interactive elements.
- The series includes abstract visual designs, narrative-driven interactive experiences, and experimental interfaces that push the boundaries of web design.
- Non-Commercial, Open-Source Philosophy:
- “Code Current” operates free from commercial influence, focusing on the purity of artistic expression. All content is freely accessible, emphasizing the commitment to democratizing art on the web.
- WordPress and other open-source tools drive transparency, collaboration, and the sharing of creative knowledge.
- Interactive Multimedia Elements:
- A blend of digital media, including custom animations, soundscapes, and video art, creates an immersive experience that engages multiple senses.
- Web technologies allow users to influence the environment, making each visit to the site a unique experience.
- Continuous Evolution:
- In alignment with the ever-changing nature of the web, “Code Current” regularly introduces new installations and updates across its network of sites.
- The project evolves in response to technological advancements, artistic trends, and user feedback, maintaining its relevance and dynamism.