Performance Arts and Augmented Reality (AR) is a structured introductory workshop on Augmented Reality, tailored for performing arts-makers to acquaint themselves with Photogrammetry and Volumetric Video Capture technologies.
This workshop is an introduction into possibilities, where the overall goal is to facilitate the empowerment of participants to employ technology in their own creative discovery process.
Designed for performance-makers and production designers who work in performance, we welcome a diverse mix of participants across different performing arts fields with a professional practice of their own. Prior in-depth knowledge about new media technologies is not required, however, a basic understanding and appreciation of AR and VR mediums used in film, gaming and performing arts will be necessary to engage with this workshop fully.
Interested practitioners will have to apply through an open call (see below for application details). The capacity for this online Workshop is capped at 25 pax.
In this 3-session online workshop, we aim to:
- Guide participants to understand how body, space, and time can be captured, digitized, shaped, and shared via digital mediums;
- Introduce the possibilities of using Photogrammetry and Volumetric Video Capture technology in their works or explorations in Augmented Reality;
- Enable participants to develop an appreciation and/or a mindset to apply such new media technology to their creative process.
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This workshop will be conducted in English, and held entirely on a digital platform.
| Session | Dates | Activities |
| 1 | 28 July, Tue 7pm – 9pm |
Introduction:
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| 2 | 30 July, Thur 7pm – 9pm |
Practical Workshop:
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| 3 | 4 August, Tue 7pm – 9pm |
Knowledge Sharing:
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What you will need for this Workshop:
- Stable Internet connection
- A computer or laptop with:
- Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge installed
- Video camera and microphone (minimally in-built devices)
- Zoom desktop application installed
- A personal mobile phone.
Here is a list of specific mobile device models that is suitable for this course. Note that other models can be used, however functionality with Augmented Reality or the technology employed is not guaranteed:
Apple iOS:
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR, X
- iPhone 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7Plus, 6s, SE
Android:
- Samsung Galaxy S8, S9, S10
- Pixel 4, 3, 3XL, 2, 2XL
- If you’re unsure about the compatibility for AR, search for your phone model on this website: https://developers.google.com/ar/discover/supported-devices
Workshop Co-Presenter:
The Doodle People LLP is a Singapore-based studio specialising in cutting-edge interactive and digital media. Founded in 2014, The Doodle People has been engaged by various organisations for their communications and branding needs. The studio’s strength is its ability to attract, captivate, engage, and empower their audiences, so applying their skills to performance arts was a natural progression.
Find out more: www.thedoodlepeople.com
Workshop Instructor:
TIMOTHI LIM (Timothi Ellim) is a Creative Director (Augmented Reality) at The Doodle People.
As a Creative Director, Timothi leads The Doodle People to develop AR effects and standalone apps to empower brand awareness, inspire clients, and support AR R&D for their business.
As an individual, Timothi is an interactive media developer who seeks to connect generations through the union of physical and digital lifestyles. Timothi has developed interactive media works for a wide range of platforms from physical card games to the Hololens and Magic Leap headsets. His work has received awards and has been showcased at IndieCade, E3, and GDC. In his time as an interactive media developer, Timothi has worked with a wide range of firms including Grab Games, Sony Santa Monica, Riot Games, Marvel Entertainment, and Seagate Technologies.
Workshop Facilitator:
TAN SHOU CHEN is a recognised theatre-maker from Singapore. His performances and directorial works reflect interest in the encounters between different cultures across time and space and the traverse between tradition and contemporary.
In addition to Dramaturgy, Shou Chen brings with him over 15 years of experience in media, technology and communications. Shou Chen facilitates this workshop as a bridge between the instructor and the artist-participants.
Shou Chen has a BA in Psychology from Boston University and a Masters in Communications Management from University of Southern California, Annenberg School of Communication. He continues to apply his background in psychology, media and communications in the rehearsal room, and in the works he creates. Shou Chen also holds teaching positions at the National University of Singapore, and the Singapore University of Social Sciences.
OPEN CALL
– Application Period: 26 June to 12 July 2020 –
No fees are required for registration or participation.
To qualify for this workshop, you must:
- Be aged above 21 years old.
- Be a Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident in Singapore.
- Be a current arts self-employed person (SEP) or work in an arts organisation
- Preferably have a practice in the performing arts, min 1 – 3 years.
- Commit to the full duration of the programme:
- 28 July 2020, Tuesday, 7:00pm – 9:00pm (SGT)
- 30 July 2020, Thursday, 7:00pm – 9:00pm (SGT)
- 4 August 2020, Tuesday, 7:00pm – 9:00pm (SGT)
To apply:
- Download the Application Form and fill it in.
- E-mail the completed form and your C.V. to info@centre42.sg, and state “Application for Performance Arts & AR Workshop” in your subject title.
- Application period will close on Sunday, 12 July 2020, 11.59PM (SGT).
- Results will be announced on 18 July 2020.
Selected participants will:
- Attend three 2-hour online sessions, conducted by Timothi Lim (Creative Director, The Doodle People) and facilitated by independent theatre-practitioner Tan Shou Chen. The total online contact time with is 6 hours;
- Be encouraged to spend an additional 4 – 6 hours outside of the course for preparatory and practical work.
- Be able to apply for the National Arts Council’s Capability Development Scheme for the Arts (CDSA), which can provide an absentee payroll or training allowance of $10/hour. More information is available via the webpage at nac.gov.sg/cdsa.
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