Vladimir Katasonov

my name is Vladimir Katasonov (aka dr_qatz). I started to experiment with sound back in 2000s. IDM explorers of 90s and Autechre were my key inspiration sources then.

Later, I discovered possibilities of visual content manipulation in 2005. Sounds and visuals began to co-exist during my performances creating a hypnotic, ritual, and representative effect.

After a few years of VJing I've ran into AudioVisual Academy courses in 2012. They enabled me to master a huge set of tools meant for visual content creation. Books and multimedia from 'Lummiere' cinephile club at 'Borei' gallery were also very helpful. So, I create generative graphics using visual programming platforms ever since. I try to show images united by a complex videomapping paradigm. I also investigate algorythms of media feedback interactions using sensors. Last but not least, I collect videoart and translate shorts from time to time. Also was a volunteer in charity organization and worked with disable children, furthermore after 5 years of being a volunteer i've started to be a VR tutor for disable people in “Novie Gorodskie” Contemporary Art studio.

Nowadays in 2024 I live in Istanbul, make some interactive installations with touch screens, sensors and databases, work like motion designer freelancer with different customers.