In the world of art, 'Trompe l'oeil' has captivated artists and audiences across generations. It is a visual illusion that masterfully tricks the eye into perceiving a painted detail as three-dimensional. This remains influential in modern new media art, enhancing the aesthetic experience with interactive elements. Interaction with the artwork involves engaging the body and senses, forging a deep connection between the artwork and the viewer. As we explore new media art, our senses, integral to perceiving external information, go beyond mere cognitive function, embodying cognition that extends beyond the brain's neural networks to encompass the body, environment, and world. Intriguingly, perception isn't solely driven by conscious cognition but also by unconscious cognition. 

“Transient Realities: An Exploration of Perception” explores the blurred boundaries between consciousness and unconsciousness, inspired by a personal experience of a traffic accident. The works delve into the interplay between human, objects, and technology, shedding light on their interconnectedness while simultaneously exposing the errors and complexities that emerge from this intricate relationship. 

In “Transient Realities I,” the clock image symbolizes the moment of loss of consciousness during the accident. It represents the disjointed perception of time, juxtaposing the halted time of the accident with the present. This piece navigates the intricate nuances of human perceptual errors within the realm of human-machine interaction. By examining how the uncertainty of consciousness creates a divide between oneself and the external world, it illuminates the impact on visual perception. 

“Transient Realities II” expands on the themes introduced in “Transient Realities I,” while incorporating auditory elements. It further explores the gap between the self and the world, stemming from the instability of consciousness. The piece contemplates the sounds emanating from the human body and the environment, as well as the communication between them. Through this exploration, it delves deeper into the complexity of sensory experience and the dynamics of perception. 

Ultimately, “Transient Realities: An Exploration of Perception” reflects how our reliance on technology can shape our sensory experiences, and lead to perceptual errors. It prompts us to consider the extent to which technology influences our perception of reality, often without our conscious awareness. Just as humans can deceive machines, machines can also deceive humans through sensory manipulation, further blurring the boundaries between reality and illusion. The work raises profound ethical and philosophical questions about our relationship to technology and its impact on our sensory experience and cognition.