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Immersive Arts Basic Minor \u2013 Discover the World of Immersive Arts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Impression of the Immersive Arts Basic Minor. Credits: Stella Speziali<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Step into the exciting intersection of art, technology and design with the Immersive Arts Basic Minor. This programme gives you the tools to explore immersive media and develop group projects in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Immersive Arts Basic Minor \u2013 Discover the World of Immersive Arts<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Expect<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the lead and mentorship of the research members of the Immersive Arts Space BA & MA students will create multi-sensory experiences that dissolve the boundaries between art making and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the first round on Friday afternoons, you will get to know the other participants, their artistic backgrounds and sketch out initial ideas for your projects. There will be input on brainstorming, observation methods and project management. You will also receive initial technical input and small practice assignments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first round of block-weeks will immerse you in the technical possibilities of the Immersive Arts Space and provide you with basic technical skills in tracking technology, volumetric capture, digital avatars, projection mapping, spatial augmented reality, lighting control and spatial (with ambisonic) and binaural audio. Short workshops are followed by periods of individual development, alternating with group tutorials and mentored learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This knowledge forms the basis for the second block week in the spring semester. The focus here is on project realisation: In the first week \u2013 outside the Immersive Arts Space \u2013 the project ideas are refined in terms of theme, scope and approach, and a concrete production plan and distribution of tasks are drawn up. This is followed by the actual implementation phase, where the skills learned are put into practice. In the last week, the projects are finalised and completed. The teams determine the appropriate medium for expressing their ideas, so that an audience can experience and interact with the project in a meaningful way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the final module, participants learn the essential skills for presenting their creative work outside the ZHdK. Students will learn how to document projects with high quality images and videos, develop detailed technical riders for exhibitions and\/or performances, write research papers, prepare applications for open calls for festivals and residencies, and apply for grants. Through theoretical input and practical workshops, students will learn how to navigate professional opportunities in the creative industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Choose this Minor?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Immersive Arts minor provides a solid foundation in immersive media, preparing you to push creative boundaries at the intersection of art and technology. Whether you\u2019re an artist, designer or technologist, this is your chance to expand your skills and shape the future of immersive storytelling. Feel free to contact Stella Speziali<\/a> with your questions. For administrative inquiries, please contact Jo\u00eblle Kost<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Mentors:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Martin Fr\u00f6hlich: Senior researcher \/ projection mapping<\/em>
Eric Larrieux: 3D audio \/ interactive audio<\/em>
Christopher Salter: Direction \/ Concepts \/ Methods<\/em>
Stella Speziali: Projection mapping \/ visual concepts<\/em>
Corinne Soland: Motion capture coach<\/em>
S\u00e9bastien Schiesser: Space technician<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Immersive Arts Advanced Minor \u2013 Where Creativity meets Cutting-Edge Technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Volumetric data in virtual space. Credits: Oliver Sahli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Are you ready to push the boundaries of art, technology and design? <\/strong>The Immersive Arts Advanced Minor is a hands-on course for students who want to explore immersive technologies in a dynamic, project-based studio environment. Collaborate with like-minded students and peers to create interactive experiences.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Immersive Arts Advanced Minor \u2013 Where Creativity meets Cutting-Edge Technology<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Expect<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the course of six intensive block weeks, you will take part in applied workshops, research-driven experiments and mentoring sessions, all designed to develop your technical skills and conceptual thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n