Why this project exists

The idea behind this visualizer is to connect sound and visual expression in a simple, portable sketch. I was inspired by realtime audio visualizers and by a demo of black hole ray tracing. That demonstration uses heavy physics and CPU ray tracing. For this project I wanted a similar aesthetic with interactive control and real-time performance, so I distilled the effect into a screen-space shader and a small set of audio-reactive primitives.

Design goals

Who I am

I perform and compose under the name Mitsune The Maid. I write music that blends shoegaze, post-punk and experimental electronic elements. I enjoy integrating visuals with sound, and this project is a bridge between those two areas. I also work with Processing to explore realtime graphics for live shows and recordings.

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Want help uploading the project to GitHub or configuring Pages? Follow the steps in the README or ask me.