4 out of 10

"4 out of 10" - rTchAd x PortraitXO - is an audiovisual piece derived from data on global undernourishment and food insecurity. The persistent issue of hunger, although less frequently featured in the news, continues to cause immense suffering for an uncountable number of people worldwide. Despite living in an age of interconnectedness and globalization, where the struggles of others are more visible than ever, the plight of those facing food insecurity often remains overlooked.
Significant progress has been made in recent years, yet the challenge remains daunting. Recent conflicts and global warming have exacerbated food insecurity, disrupting supply chains, displacing communities, and affecting agricultural productivity, thereby increasing the number of people suffering from hunger. This piece serves as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility to care for one another. It emphasizes that, as a global community, we must not become complacent but rather strive to ensure that every human has access to basic needs, with access to food being one of the most fundamental, second only to access to clean water. This artwork is not just a reflection of data but a call to action for empathy, awareness, and global solidarity in addressing and eradicating hunger.
The pieces have been created using A.I. and data sonification tools, blending technology and art to transform stark statistics into an evocative auditory and visual experience. Through this innovative approach, "4 out of 10" seeks to humanize the data and deepen our understanding of the critical issue of hunger.