ColorTune

ColorTune is an experimental interactive media project where audio playback is controlled through colored objects and real-time movement. Developed using the Processing language, the system utilizes computer vision techniques to detect colored stickers (red and blue) via webcam and manipulate media playback accordingly.

The experience begins with a blank screen. Once the system detects a sticker of the target color, it activates pre-linked video audio files, displaying the live camera feed and allowing users to interact through motion.

Users can:

• Control volume by adjusting the sticker’s distance to the webcam (closer = louder).
• Adjust playback speed by moving the color horizontally (left = slower, right = faster).
• Switch between audio tracks based on whether red or blue is detected.

The project showcases how real-time computer vision can drive intuitive audio experiences — transforming simple color cues into rich media control.

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🧠 What I Learned

This project pushed me to think in systems and motion, blending technical logic with playful experimentation. I explored real-time image processing, spatial mapping, and custom data structures — all while learning the quirks and creative limits of the Processing environment. It was also a big step in prototyping multi-sensory, interactive experiences that respond to human input in surprising ways.