New video: Carlos Lascano: modern animation techniques. Part 1 | Pro Tips
In the first part of this video an illustrator, director and animator Carlos Lascano will talk about his unique approach to creation of animation that merges together 2D and 3D animations, real puppets, and work with layers in After Effects. He will demonstrate some of his works and will show how they were made.
This lecture was recorded as a part of the educational activities at the 8th Multimatograf festival in Vologda, Russia, 2012.
The scientific and technical studies related to optics and its applications, such as fireworks, shadows theatre and stained glass will take us through the history of moving image... →
This section reveals ancient techniques in theatre where sliding doors and play with shadow were the epiphany of entertainment. This global account of artistic activity gives a solid... →
This lesson outlines the key developments in photography and film projection from the camera obscura to digital SLR and film printing, identifying the important figures who invented... →
This lesson outlines the key developments in photography and film projection from the camera obscura to first analog cameras and film printing, identifying the important figures... →
From the most important developments in television and image transmission to the most recognized names in video art: this class focuses on the impact of TV culture, and the ways... →
The invention of computers laid way for endless possibilities of generating audio and visual imagery. Covering software application and computer technologies influence on the creative... →
This experimental film by Toby Harris (D-Fuse collective member) researches Live Cinema - a genre of audiovisual performance, quickly gaining popularity in galleries, cinemas and... →
Benge (Ben Edwards) is a UK-based musician, who has amassed an impressive collection of analog synthesizers. In this video he will talk about his collection and 20 Systems album... →
The gap between cinema and VJing is a huge chasm, yet the ability to tell stories through audiovisual performance is one of the most interesting and challenging possibilities available... →
The introductory part of the course describes the evolution of audiovisual performance and technologies from its origins to the present day.
This lesson will introduce you to the different concepts of composition and colour combination and explain why some pictures are more pleasing to eye and hold your attention longer.... →
This lesson aims to give you an overview of video production techniques and basics of working with motion graphics software. It is covering a broad spectrum of topics from setting... →
This class goes into detail on camera techniques, settings and lighting setups to help the student achieve a professional level of production when using a video or stills camera.... →
This is an introduction to musical composition and sound design, briefly educating on music notation, audio frequencies, time signatures and the importance of musical keys. Music... →
In Design tips pt.1 we will explain the best practices on integration of fonts and typography into your graphic design and video. The lesson also contains some valuable advice on... →
In this lesson we will talk about elements that are involved in music production and discuss the equipment you will need to start making your own music. It contains some useful tips... →
This lesson is devoted to synthesizers, samplers, drum-machines and advanced tricks for MIDI-programming that can you give control over your loaded sampler, synth or a drum-machine.... →
In this video Russian Visual Artists will speak about the evolution of generative art and interactive technologies from the appearing of demoscene to our days. This lecture excerpts... →
This educational module focuses on the composition rules, color theory, techniques for audiovisual content creation and nuances involved in its production.
This video is an introduction to Resolume Avenue 3: most popular VJ software and a comprehensive real-time instrument for live audiovisual performances. Play audio and video clips... →
This video will explain you how to integrate additional instruments for controlling the audio part of your performance with Resolume and exchange MIDI information with other software,... →
Modul8 is a revolutionary MacOS X application designed for real time video mixing and compositing. It has been designed for VJs and live performers. Learn how you can work with still... →
Innovative media server Addict from Immersive combines bleeding edge hardware and software solutions that enable users to apply combination of creative development and technical... →
Innovative media server Addict from Immersive combines bleeding edge hardware and software solutions that enable users to apply combination of creative development and technical... →
Innovative media server Addict from Immersive combines bleeding edge hardware and software solutions that enable users to apply combination of creative development and technical... →
Ableton Live is a complete music solution for Mac OS and Windows. Live covers the entire musical process, from inspiration and working in studio to stage performance. In the first... →
Ableton Live is a complete music solution for Mac OS and Windows. Live covers the entire musical process, from inspiration to studio to stage. In the second part of 3 video tutorials... →
Ableton Live is a complete music solution for Mac OS and Windows. Live covers the entire musical process, from inspiration to studio to stage. In the last part of 3 video tutorials... →
In this lesson we will tell you about main features of Cell DNA - the excellent peace of software made by Livid.
In this lesson we will take step a bit further and will explain you in detail how to set up your Cell DNA for working with multi-screens, effects and captions in real time.
The Ohm64 is an adaptable, programmable, and interactive MIDI control surface designed to give you hands-on control over your performance. It could be integrated with many popular... →
Using Max/MSP patches for Ohm64 opens a whole new world of possibilities for your performance. This lesson will explain you in detail how you can apply these patches to your work... →
Julien Vulliet aka Mr. Vux is a talented French programmer based in London, specialized in image processing, projection systems and real time animations. He is a prominent contributor... →
ArKaos GrandVJ is one of the world's most popular solutions for working with video in real time and a powerful tool designed for both beginner and professional VJs. This video provides... →
ArKaos MediaMaster - is a professional program that will turn any powerful computer into a full fledged media server capable of controlling or programming shows, synchronizing multiple... →
VDMX is a software based, media processing environment that lets you achieve stunning effects in real time. By linking together and controlling VDMX modules, you build your own virtual... →
VDMX is a software based, media processing environment that lets you achieve stunning effects in real time. By linking together and controlling VDMX modules, you build your own virtual... →
VDMX is a software based, media processing environment that lets you achieve stunning effects in real time. By linking together and controlling VDMX modules, you build your own virtual... →
From this video tutorial on popular IR Mapio plug-in for video mapping in Resolume Avenue, you'll learn how to set up and customize projections for different surfaces, work with... →
David Brown is a member of London-based duo Swayzak, widely known for their improvisational musical performances. In this video he will talk about his favorite tool for live sets... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
Max was born in Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique/Musique ( IRCAM ) in France for сontrolling synthesizers. MSP (for Audio Signal Processing) was announced in 1997... →
MadMapper in it's core is an intuitively simple and easy tool for creating video mapping projections. It removes a lot of the confusion related to this medium, effectively demystifying... →
In this tutorial we will talk about creation of audio reactive visuals. This kind of content is widely used not only in VJ-ing and audiovisual performances, but also for creating... →
In this tutorial we will talk about creation of audio reactive visuals. This kind of content is widely used not only in VJ-ing and audiovisual performances, but also for creating... →
In this tutorial Mikael Wehner will show how to use TouchOSC together with Modul8 over CoreMIDI on example of creating a simple fader. You also will learn how to map controls and... →
In this tutorial Mikael Wehner will show you how to sync simple animation and images with the beat in Modul8. Music used in video: You-boat by Johan Afterglow
From this part of the Masato Tsutsui's Max/MSP tutorial you'll learn how to capture video data from a web camera with Jitter objects and how to visualize it using OpenGL 3DCG technology.... →
A closing tutorial on working with camera in Max/MSP from Masato Tsutui from which you will learn how to map web camera output video as a texture for creating interactive 3DCG content.... →
Quartz Composer is a node-based visual programming language, distributed for free as a part of the Xcode development environment in Mac OS X for processing and rendering graphical... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
VVVV is a graphical programming environment for easy prototyping and development. It is designed to facilitate the handling of large media environments with physical interfaces, real-time... →
This section presents an overview of the software that professionals use for engaging audiovisual content creation and live performances.
This is an overview of the course Hardware module, which allows students to get straight into the lessons they need and give them a scope for what this module encompasses. It also... →
Computers are the most central category of AV hardware for performance, as well as production. Beyond the Mac / PC divide, students will acquire in this lesson, the know-how to chose... →
It’s easy to get lost in the multitude of mixers now available for video and AV performance. This lesson aims to order the most popular units in terms of features and video quality... →
It’s easy to get lost in the multitude of mixers now available for video and AV performance. The 2nd lesson on mixers for audiovisual performance is devoted to more advanced models,... →
This class will go into detail to provide alternatives to computers for content sources. DVD players have been in such use for years, but new DVJ products are emerging every month,... →
MIDI-controllers are essential for computer-based performers to break away from the constraints of keyboard and mouse interaction. This lesson is dedicated to explaining the basics... →
There are plenty of different things to consider for your audiovisual performance or while working on creating content in studio apart of AV mixers, MIDI-controllers, computers,... →
Audio controllers and consoles from the French company Hercules are quickly gaining popularity among DJs and musicians that perform live due to their high quality and affordable... →
The award winning range of Green Hippo media servers widely considered the most flexible and reliable range of media servers on the market today. Its hardware/software solutions... →
The award winning range of Green Hippo media servers widely considered the most flexible and reliable range of media servers on the market today. Its hardware/software solutions... →
Lessons of this module include tips on choosing the necessary equipment - computers, mixers, controllers, players etc. and contain advise on its application techniques.
An artist, content producer, technician or a project manager - no matter which direction for your career in audiovisual field you will choose, the key to success is creating awareness... →
Not every student, mastering audiovisual performance and content creation skills put forward in these modules, will end up on a stage, with thousands of fans cheering their name.... →
This lesson will break down the different ways students can become content producers and earn a steady income from it. A different network of clients is needed to fulfill this career... →
Similarly to architects, some students will want to focus on the bigger picture, producing the blueprint of an entire show or audiovisual event, and delegating each aspect of the... →
As much as grasping the bigger picture, attention to detail is fundamental to every project, especially those involving technology, as in modern audiovisual performance. Highly... →
In this lesson Kyle Lions, stock footage bank vjloops.com director and DanTalson a.k.a VJ Debussy will share their insights on possibilities of selling visuals for video artists... →
This documentary is composed of series of interviews with such prominent figures and collectives as Addictive TV, The Light Surgeons, Oli Sorenson, FataMorgana, Vector Meldrew, D-Fuse,... →
In this engaging interview VJ culture pioneers D-Fuse will talk about their career and challenges they have met. They will talk about social responsibility of art, will discuss in... →
In this lecture provided by the British Council D-Fuse members Michael Faulkner and Matthias Kispert will talk about their recent projects, share the results of their research on... →
Since their foundation in 2003 United Visual Artists (UVA) has been very active globally, developing new software solutions and creating visuals for the world's leading artists,... →
Onedotzero is widely recognized as one of the world's leading and most successful audiovisual collectives. In this interview Claire Spencer Cook will share her experience as onedotzero's... →
Don't miss out this engaging interview with Matt Black - co-founder of Ninja Tunes, a member of ColdCut and one of the most experienced performing artists with over 23 years of successful... →
Robin Rimbaud a.k.a Scanner is not only a very successful and experienced audiovisual artist and performer. He is also a very interesting person to talk with. In this interview he... →
Russian Visual Artists (RVA) pioneered the use of video mapping for theatrical productions in Russia. This inspiring talk about the projects RVA undertaken and special effects they... →
Shane RJ Walter is a London-based, creative director, curator, writer and producer. He co-founded onedotzero, the global-reaching digital art and design organization, and onedotzero... →
In this interview French multimedia artist Pierrick Sorin will speak about a life of an artist, himself and his works: from the earliest experiments with self-filming to the recent... →
Chris Bird is a co-founder of the digital art group United Visual Artists, the scope of talent of which is appreciated by many world finest museums, galleries and festivals. In this... →
Scott Pagano is a digital artist, filmmaker and motion graphics designer from Los Angeles. He works at the intersection of high technology and creates vivid, beautiful and memorable... →
Stuart Warren Hill is a member of the British duo Hexstatic, a pioneer in audiovisual culture and a VJ. In this video Stuart will talk about his works and experiments in video sampling.... →
3D video projection mapping is a relatively new trend in high demand. It blends together arts, entertainment and advertising; emerging as a must-have stunt for brands and events promo... →
3D video projection mapping is a relatively new trend in high demand. It blends together arts, entertainment and advertising; emerging as a must-have stunt for brands and events promo... →
3D video projection mapping is a relatively new trend in high demand. It blends together arts, entertainment and advertising; emerging as a must-have stunt for brands and events promo... →
In these lessons the world's leading collectives and artists will share insights on such subjects as professional growth in the digital arts field and turning hobby into a successful business.
ColdCut is one of most innovative performing collectives of our time. During their career span they have earned not only world wide recognition, but also respect from fellow artists... →
In this video Chris Allen, The Light Surgeons founder and other members of this collective will talk about their professional career and will give some tips on optimizing the work... →
United Visual Artists's (UVA) David Bajt will explain the possibilities their custom-made software d3 provides for audiovisual performers. From the overview of the interface to actual... →
ColdCut's Matt Black is one of the world's top audiovisual performers with over 20 years of practice under his belt. In this interview he will talk about challenges every audio-... →
In this video Dave Green from Immersive will share tips and tricks of working with Addict media server - on of the most comprehensive instruments for creating audiovisual performance... →
Watch this video to learn tips and tricks of the trade from one of the top-class audiovisual performers. A seasoned professional with dozens of successful projects, Scanner will... →
In this video we will introduce you to the studio equipment ColdCut is currently using for their recording and rehearsals. Matt Black will also talk about hardware and software they... →
Shantell Martin is a talented New York-based artist. She started off her career in Tokyo clubs, and just in few years made it into Top10 VJs in the world according to DJ Magazine.... →
Ulrich Schnauss is well known not only as a virtuoso keyboard player, but also as an electronic experimentator. In this video Ulrich will share his experience and insights on working... →
Julien Vuillet aka Mr.Vux, our friend and contributor to the Academy course took an interview with Joanie Lemercier, founder of one of the most prominent visual labels AntiVJ, that... →
In the first part of this video an illustrator, director and animator Carlos Lascano will talk about his unique approach to creation of animation that merges together 2D and 3D animations,... →
Some of the best industry talent inspiring talks on an array of subjects from organizing workflow and creative ideas development to practical tips and tricks of the trade.
introduction to new media and audiovisual arts
