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Cao Fei: Avatars

Cao Fei reflects on the behavior of avatars in the digital environment and virtual worlds.

01/07/2010 | Rating NR

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Cao Fei: Avatars

Clip | 2m 26s

Cao Fei reflects on the behavior of avatars in the digital environment and virtual worlds.

In her Beijing studio, Cao Fei reflects on the behavior of avatars in the digital environment of Second Life and the motivations behind people who explore and inhabit virtual worlds. The video showcases Cao's project RMB City and the many avatars that frequent it, including the artist's own avatar China Tracy.

01/07/2010 | Rating NR

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