Topics in Interactive Media Arts

(2 Credits)

This course explores audio-visual (A/V) spaces, using the body as a central motif for exploration. Set against the backdrop of the city, participants will record and document both personal and observed physical forms. Through a mixture of guest artist-led sessions, site visits, and in-class exercises, students will have an in-person introduction to somatic practices, A/V storytelling techniques and live performances. These experiences will then be translated into TouchDesigner – a visual programming environment providing an introduction to craft tools for A/V performances and artistic expression. Throughout the course, various methodologies will foster a critically engaged understanding of visual programming, A/V spaces, self-expression, real-time visual dynamics, and methods of creating immersive environments. The class will conclude with a live A/V performance created by the students showcasing their explorations and experiments throughout the session.