Before starting my studies at the University of the Arts London, my creative work was mostly all about music. I was focused on experimental sound, scoring performance art acts and exploring what sound could express on its own. When I began studying at UAL things rapidly shifted. Being surrounded by artists working with different mediums and technologies brought a lot of inspiration and new ways of thinking. I became especially inspired by work with micro-controllers, creative technology and how it can bring together sound, light, and movement.
During my studies, I started collaborating with others, which had a big impact on me. One of these collaborations was with audiovisual artist Aleks Zamyarski, who helped me see how sound and visuals can work together especially using software Touchdesigner to create powerful experiences. I also started working closely with my wife, Ona Tzar, who is a dance performer, musician and visual artist. For her shows and videos, I designed and built a custom LED set, which became an important step in combining my skills in music and technology. Thanks to this project for her I developed necessary skills which now I apply within creating an intricate LED array installation.
These experiences showed me that I love creating interactive, sensory environments where sound, light, and the body are connected. Now, I want to keep developing these kinds of projects, working with artists from different fields, and pushing my ideas into new spaces—like public art, live performance, or immersive installations.
An important realisation for me during this time has been that making a living purely from art—especially as someone working in fringe music genres like industrial noise or ambient—can be very challenging. Exploring creative technology has opened up new possibilities for me, giving me more confidence to eventually build a sustainable creative career. It allows me to work across fields, collaborate on different types of projects, and apply my skills in ways that go beyond music alone.
Later this year, my wife and I are planning to move to New York City. I’m really excited about this new chapter. New York has an amazing art and tech scene, and I hope to meet new people, start new collaborations, and explore fresh opportunities. I feel ready to take my work to the next level, building on what I’ve learned, and seeing where it takes me next.