ReVerie : Sense

In dream science, “Dreamwork” encompasses a broad range of practices like dream analysis and exploration, aimed at uncovering insights into the subconscious mind. Central to this is the re-experiencing or reliving of dreams—immersing in memories and emotions to uncover subconscious meanings. 

The ReVerie AI system explores this scientific concept of dream reliving, translates whispered dream recollections into real-time visualizations of dream objects using a 3D generative diffusion model, allowing participants to explore a shared “dreamscape”.

At its core, ReVerie challenges the capacity of technology to authentically represent the intangible and private terrain of dreams. By actively engaging with the process, viewers are invited to reflect on the truthfulness of these digital representations: do they liberate the unconscious—or constrain it?

Visitors take part in a dream ritual: a “ring of dream” appears, offering a moment for participants to approach the microphone and whisper three words to capture the essence of a dream. These AI-generated dream objects are then visualized and stored in a collective dreamscape.

The performance unfolds in the presence of the artists, accompanied by live music, while the installation can also be experienced as an autonomous interaction with the system.
ReVerie: Sense is presented here in a dome format as part of the SAT’s residency program. 

An earlier version of the work was presented at the Ars Electronica Festival and the SIGGRAPH Immersive Pavilion in 2024.