Stan Adard

SOME FACTS ABOUT MY LIFE
Born in 1954 in Schaffhausen, Switzerland,He is a Swiss national with a diverse background and a passion for innovation. After completing high school, he earned a master's degree in Education and Social Psychology from the University of Zurich. Since 1982, he has been happily married to his wife Christine, and together they have raised three wonderful adult sons.
His passion for the intersection between technology and art began in 1977, when he purchased his first computer, a Tandy Radio Shack, with his older brother. As the owner and director of an international software company, he has been able to explore and bring to life new ideas in the field of digital software and digital art since the early days of technology.

 

The Art of Digital Breath
BLENDING MINDFULNESS WITH TECHNOLOGY

 Stan Adard,he was born Ralph Marcel Stucki in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. His artistic journey began in the world of music as the keyboardist for the progressive rock band Nautilus. They created two albums: "20.000 miles under the sea" (1978) and "SpaceStorm" (1980). After earning a master's degree in social pedagogy, psychology, and sociology from the University of Zurich, he founded Rotron Electronics AG and Rotron Software AG. These ventures honed his skills in technology, paving the way for my digital art career.
From 2014, inspired by his practice of Buddhist meditation, he started to create "The Breathing Pictures." These works combine 3D modeling and the rhythmic nature of conscious breathing, inviting viewers to harmonize their breath with the artwork. This unique blend of art and mindfulness fosters introspection and psychological wellness. My work extends beyond visual art into film, with projects like "Time(s) to Breathe" and 'Breathing Through" (VR), emphasizing themes of mindfulness, birth and transition, and stop your thoughts controlling you.
Through his collaborative initiative, astradream, he curate immersive experiences that highlight the transformative power of breathing art. Today, he aims to push the boundaries of digital art, encouraging a more contemplative interaction with technology and art.