8 September, 2021
Online (Zoom and Discord)
Max participants: 50
13:00 – 17:00
Tickets: €5 or free for Ars Electronica visitors
In this workshop we delve into the colourful world of filters. Performing artists Yun Lee and Jonathan Reus from iii will show you how to create and perform with face and body filters.
The Bal Masqué consists of 4-7 minute battles between three competitors performing via Zoom with face filters, backgrounds, facial expression, body movement, screen and camera. How do you utilize all these elements to transcend the rectangles and bobbing heads of zoom, build up an engaging performance over time and battle your way to the top?
We will be using Snap Camera and Lens Studio to create our filters. Participants will go through the basics of how to import custom images, animations and 3D models into your filter, working with face and body meshes, creating interactions, and building a performance around these elements. To make the most of your time, come prepared with sketches of specific movements and effects you would like to work with.
And don’t miss the chance to show off what you have learned during this workshop! On Saturday 11 September, you can present your performance and battle with us at the Bal Masqué: EMAP x IMPAKT.
Requirements to participate:
Windows or Mac computer with Lens Studio and Snap Camera installed
Zoom (download here) – we will use Zoom for presentation materials & tutorials
Wifi connection
Webcam
A Snapchat account (create one here) – you will need a Snapchat account to publish and use your filters
Discord account (create one here) – we will use this Discord channel as a community chat space during and after the workshop
(Optional)
An external mouse is useful for navigating the 3D editor of Lens Studio
Images, animated gifs, video files, or 3D models that you would like to use in your filters. (Note: custom media files should be no bigger than 3-4MB, 3D models should be in fbx format for the highest compatibility)
Please test that the software works on your laptop. If there are any issues, please email us (yun@instrumentinventors.org or hello@jonathanreus.com).