The artists experimenting with camera glasses and bodycams

The author appreciates unconventional camera technology, such as film, camcorders, and security cameras, which can add a unique texture to artistic projects. They cite examples of artists using these technologies to create viral videos and art projects that challenge traditional notions of creativity and surveillance. The author notes that the announcement of Meta's smart glasses partnership with Ray-Ban sparked concerns about surveillance and the blurring of online and offline worlds. However, some artists are now experimenting with these glasses, intrigued by their built-in camera, despite its high resolution making it feel commercial. The author highlights projects that use alternative camera technologies, like spy glasses, to create a raw and intimate aesthetic, adding layers of meaning to the project. They also mention Eugene Kotlyarenko's film "The Code," which uses surveillance tech to tell a story that feels current and painfully trivial. The author concludes that using alternative camera technologies can be a way to reclaim and subvert the surveillance state, and that it's only a matter of time before more artists experiment with these tools.