Digital Time Machine: A Virtual Reality Reconstruction of the Southwestern Zeitgeist Through the Lens of Clark Hulings’ Artistic Legacy

This research demo showcases the "Digital Time Machine," a virtual reality (VR) experience designed to transport users to 1974 Chimayó, New Mexico, as captured through the artistry of Clark Hulings. By integrating photorealistic VR environments, artistic stylization, and user-centered design, the project demonstrates the potential of immersive technology to deepen cultural appreciation, historical understanding, and artistic engagement. Developed in collaboration with the New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary, this project exemplifies how VR can bridge temporal and spatial divides, allowing museum audiences to step into the world of Hulings’ iconic painting.