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Repost from Luján Oulton #OpenCall #ConvocatoriaAbierta #NPT2024 We're busy planning the programme for Now Play This 2024 and we want to know what you're working on! Are you a game-maker, artist, designer making work that investigates the in-between spaces? We'd love to hear from you! The idea of liminality has inspired a series of different approaches covering literature, performance studies, art, semiology and psychology among others. For the upcoming NPT festival we take inspiration from its anthropological roots and the postcolonial resignification given by Homi K. Bhabha; in doing so we understand liminality as a hybrid place and time where cultural meaning is constructed. In this sense liminality is a state of movement and dialogue. A place for activism, creation and reconfiguration of the world.Liminality is then the place where cross cultural practice happens, allowing the creation of a new hybrid culture that combines their features and atones their differences. Within liminal spaces contradiction is integrated fostering new thinking patterns, discourses and identities. It creates a unique in-between experience with its own time and rules. It is the place where different artfields meet, where categories are forgotten and new experiences arise. Liminality can be perceived by some as alluring and mysterious while being an inspiring and freeing experience for others, it can make you feel exhilarated and uneasy at the same time. We are looking for games (digital, non-digital or mixed), installations, playful activities and workshops in a variety of formats and expressions that explore some aspect of liminality: in-between spaces, porous borders, fluid forms, transformation, among other possibilities. Deadline: Wednesday 11th October More info: https://lnkd.in/dr8Ycfzm

An interview with the great Mary Flanagan, play professor and alternative world practitioner is given in the attached article, with direct applicability to contingency exercising and the uses of it: "It’s powerful when truth is spoken to power collectively" "Critical play focuses on this manner of artistic practice, with its contemporary emphasis on concept and criticality thrown into the mix" Games: "a key part of everyday culture, and we know very little about how they impact us, both short term and long term" If you've not come across my cut on these things and it's academic status, find it in the comments section below - now in Hardback. Exercise often. https://lnkd.in/eVTdAvjm

In this article, I walk through my process in creating a digital art exhibition piece based on the KPOP group TOMORROW X TOGETHER's song "Nap of a Star." I utilized tools like Unity, Blender, and Arduino to bring this vision to life. Take a peek for some technical details, or enjoy the video presentation found in the article!:) "Of course, there is much more than what meets the surface of this project (and even for what was discussed in this article). However, this article provides a good oversight on how I selected particular elements of design to accomplish this unique goal, and how I took this project from idea to production." Read more on in my article on medium! #medium #digitalart #art #exhibit #kpop #tomorrowxtogether #txt #hybe HYBE LABEL #hybelabel #unity #game #games #gamedesign #gamedevelopment #arduino #microcomputer #programming #blender #3D #3Dmodeling #modeling #article #process #devlog

1/4 Concept Artist Chronicles date: June 12, 2024 by: Christopher D. Malite The Evolving Landscape of Concept Art in the Digital Era Introduction As technology continues to advance at a breathtaking pace, the realm of concept art, particularly in game environments, is undergoing a transformative evolution. Concept artists from around the globe are leveraging these technological innovations to push the boundaries of creativity and storytelling. This newsletter delves into the experiences, techniques, and future outlook of modern concept artists from various countries, highlighting their contributions to the gaming industry and their perspectives on the craft. Global Perspectives on Concept Art There are some interviewed several leading concept artists to gain insights into their experiences and how they view the future of their field. Here are some key takeaways from our conversations with these talented individuals: to be cont...next page see my concept design prompt are follows:

Lately, I've been engaged in developing various concept art series, each tailored to distinct video game genres. Among these is a series dedicated to a conceptual game I've named "Little Island." This series is more than just illustrations; it's a deep dive into the fictional universe of Little Island. It's an exercise in world-building, where I'm bringing to life an immersive and intricately detailed setting. Although the game exists only in theory at this point, the art breathes life into its potential, hinting at a world ripe with captivating narratives and dynamic gameplay. Each piece of artwork serves as a window into Little Island's diverse environment, its unique characters, and the central themes that would drive the game's narrative. The aim is to lay the groundwork for an enriching gaming experience, one that beckons players to delve into the enigmas and adventures awaiting in this distinctively crafted island realm.

🎊New publication🎊 Friends, I hasten to tell you good news. My article “The role of plot and narrative design in attracting and retaining users in mobile games” was published in the scientific journal "Industrial Economics"💌 In the article, I described in detail the features of attracting and retaining users in modern mobile games: choosing a unified narrative model in the game, developing interesting characters, clarifying the delivery scheme material and its relationship with game mechanics, the use and combination of non-standard storytelling styles, transitions between scenes, inclusion of metaphors and symbolism end much more. Unfortunately, the article is currently only available in Russian. I am currently working on translating my article in order to publish it in the public domain soon🙌🏻 Thank you for your attention! #scientific #journal #publication #narrativedesign

I recently completed working on a project for the Godot Wild Jam # 64, where I spent a number hours composing what I thought of as something quite good. I shared it with the dev team and they really liked it. But…it wasn’t right for the game’s vision. For creatives, that “but” can be disheartening. We spent the time to perfect our product and send it off with joy and anticipation, just to receive feedback that it wasn’t the right fit. We may feel rejected, like our work is not worthy. Imposter syndrome sets in and we may wonder why we are even doing this. This is normal! We should, however, see this in a different perspective. Our creativity, our essence, our craft, and our art is not what is being rejected. We are not being told we don’t know what we’re doing. The current creation just happened to not fit well enough to be used for this particular project, and that’s okay! Remember that we are all part of a team. We are all storytellers. It is on all of us to make the decisions that will produce a cohesive outcome and will be something the players, viewers, listeners, will enjoy. #gameaudio #godot #godotengine #gamejam #composer #composerlife #music #videogames If you’re interested in the project, you can view it here! https://lnkd.in/gk-Jb-T4

Venture into the shadows of the mind with Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley's latest interactive art piece, "The Rebirthing Room." In a world where horror meets reality, challenge your fears and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation that defies the traditional pursuit of high scores. In the heart of London's Studio Voltaire, artist Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley unveils a groundbreaking exploration of personal and societal challenges through the medium of lo-fi horror-inspired video games. Drawing from a deep well of personal experience and a keen eye for the transformative power of art, Brathwaite-Shirley invites players into her world of interactive storytelling where victory is measured not by points, but by the journey itself. From the echoes of synthetic screams in a gallery to the intimate struggles against addiction and the quest for self-identity, this preface introduces readers to a unique fusion of horror aesthetics and profound narrative depth, challenging perceptions of art, gaming, and self-evolution. 🎮 Exploring the intersection of horror films and interactive art through lo-fi video games. 👤 Tackling deep themes like addiction, fear, and transformation in a virtual realm. 🎨 Embracing the power of choice and consequence to craft unique, participatory experiences. 🕹️ Prioritizing content and raw emotion over high-gloss aesthetics in game design. 🌱 Fostering a space for self-reflection and change within the immersive environment of "The Rebirthing Room. #InteractiveArt #HorrorInspired #VideoGames #TransformationJourney #LoFiGames #PersonalChallenges #ArtisticInnovation #ParticipatoryExperience #GameDesign #SelfDiscovery #ArtAndGaming

OLTA wants to fund your project! Here’s our $15K fund https://lnkd.in/eYGs-DAR If you are a interactive artist or team who wants to make an multiplayer interactive artwork that people can interact, change and save their change to art or design project? Check out these projects (they use OLTA toolkit ) Blitz - https://olta.art/blitz Vertices - https://olta.art/vertices You can interact, change and save to these two projects :) If you want part of the funding, you will need to use our toolkit, which makes it easier for artists to make these shared evolving projects

🎶 Join Us for yet another useful expert talk this Thursday: "Indie Game Audio: What Every Dev Needs To Know " with François Fripiat of Demute.🎮 Dive into the essentials of audio design for indie games. This session is perfect for developers eager to enhance their game's sound on a budget. Expert Talk Highlights: 🔴Efficient Audio Team Management 🔴Useful tools, tips & tricks 🔴Insights on Sound Design & Music Composition 🗓 Date: Thursday, Feb 15th at 15h, Teams Webinar. Learn how to create memorable game audio without overspending. Don't miss out on valuable insights and industry tricks. Register here: https://loom.ly/jj58tuQ #indiegames #indiegame #gameaudio