NYC-based Japanese Artist Chika Teaches You Projection Mapping

NEW MEDIA FOR ARTISTS & CREATORS

Projection mapping, similar to video mapping and spatial augmented reality, is a projection technique used to turn objects, often irregularly shaped, into a display surface for video projection. These objects may be complex industrial landscapes, such as buildings, small indoor objects or theatrical stages. By using specialized software, a two- or three-dimensional object is spatially mapped on the virtual program which mimics the real environment it is to be projected on.

In 2019, Austin School of Film partnered with Mappathon™ to bring the projection mapping workshop taught & created by accomplished educator and artist CHIKA to Texas for the first time ever.

We hosted 15 students from all over the USA (yes, really) ranging from professors, creatives, filmmakers, students, club owners, photographers, fashion designers and more. This was many participants first chance to take the workshop with multimedia artist Chika and learning the craft of project mapping. On the final day of the 2-day workshop, we hosted a public showcase of their installations & a talk with the visiting artist.

This Spring 2020, we’re doing it all over again and you’re invited!

~ DRUM ROLL ~

This April 2020, it’s back!

The workshop is slotted for April 4 & 5, 2020 at Austin School of Film HQ. It is limited to 15 students and we even have the option to provide the gear!

IT’S LIVE. IT’S HOT.

IT’S READY FOR REGISTRATION …..AND IT’S 50% SOLD OUT ALREADY!

The deadline to register by is March 20, 2020 - however, we’re certain it will likely sell out before it reaches mid-march!

A part of our mission at Austin School of Film is to bring the best educators from around the globe to share their craft with the Austin community and to provide pathways to attain education, access, and resources to all who seek.

Now le't’s get into it…

ABOUT CHIKA

CHIKA is a New York-based, Japanese artist who works in light sculptures, audiovisual performances, and technology.

As an educator, she founded Mappathon™ —a projection mapping and LED pixel mapping workshop series, teaching students projection mapping techniques, from conceptualizing to finalizing the installation.

Her work has been shown in the US as well as numerous international venues and festivals. Some sites include the American Museum of Natural History, the Museum of Art and Design, NY Hall of Science, Bronx Museum, Eyebeam, Harvestworks, the Hammer Museum (San Francisco), San Francisco Art Institute ( San Francisco ), Centre d ’Art Contempo rain (Geneva), Museo Regional de Guadalajara ( Mexico ), Matador Madrid ( Madrid ), and International Biennial Contemporary Art ULA-2 (Venezuela), Mapping Festival (Geneva), Mute (Montreal), Dumbo Art Festival, World of Light ( Los Angels ), Arcadia Earth and amongst others.

She currently serves on the Paseo Festival advisory and past residences include: Visible Future Lab Resident at the School of a Visual Arts in 2019, a New Media resident at Mana Contemporary in 2018, a Harvestworks Workspace resident, an Elsewhere Artist Resident in 2017, the Bronx Museum AIM Program, a Laboratory Resident a BRIC Media Arts Fellow, a Triangle Workshop Resident in 2016, Made in NY Media Center by IFP Resident in 2015, an Eyebeam Spring Summer Resident in 2013, and an Experimental TV Center Resident in 2009.

So, what’s the workshop?

This 2-day workshop introduces participants to the latest projection mapping technologies and techniques, enabling them to create site-specific interactive or static projection mapped installations.

Students will learn a practical foundation for creating installations using Modul8, MadMapper, and Vezer - no prior experience necessary.

Students will receive a free 30-day full access to Modul8, MadMapper, and Vezer to continue to develop their practice as part of their tuition.

This workshop is broken into three specific segments:

Education: The instructor will provide a step-by-step walkthrough each software. Participants will learn how to make animations from static images, mix video content, and projection map their creations onto specific 3-dimensional surfaces within the space.

Creative Execution: Participants will work together through an ideation phase to create a collaborative installation. They will experience the process of an art installation from concept to public presentation, further developing and exercising their newfound skills.

Presentation: Participants will have the opportunity to present their installation within the space. By seeing others interact with and respond to the piece, they will learn how projection mapping projects can be applied in innumerable ways, and benefit from constructive critique.

Topics covered but not limited to:

How to make a live visual animation using Modul8
Projection mapping exercise with madMapper
Projection Mapping Set-up (gear)
Projection Mapping with Music using Vezer
Introducing MiniMad: Installation without a computer
Creating a Projection Mapping Installation

⁠— STUDENT SHOWCASE⁠ —

The public student showcase will be hosted & held in our 4,000 square foot media gallery at the end of the workshop from 6:30pm-8pm on April 5. Students are encouraged to invite whomever they like to come interact with their work. Austin School of Film will provide sounds, bites, and sips in celebration.

This is a one-time only workshop in Spring 2020 at Austin School of Film.

Mappathon™ is a FEATURED CLASS for our 25 DAYS OF CLASS —Each day until January 1, 2020, we will feature a different class and throw in a sweet promotion as a way to motivate YOU to reach your creative goals.

PROJECTION MAPPING FOR BEGINNERS