CCBT aspires to connect people with the city, build international networks, and create a hub for digital creativity. As part of these endeavors, it works with like-minded partners in Japan and around the world. CCBT is collaborating with MUTEK.JP, a Shibuya-based international festival that aims to cultivate and spread digital creativity, and the Canadian software company Derivative to hold two workshops led by members of the TouchDesigner development team.
TouchDesigner is a visual programming platform designed for all manner of interactive experiences. Its roots were founded in real-time visuals for live performance and today it continues that role for artists in the genre. This year’s workshop will take place at CCBT to introduce and educate new and experienced creators to the technology through practical examples.
The workshops offer a valuable opportunity for participants in Tokyo to gain more experience with TouchDesigner, guided by instructors with expert insights into the visual development platform.
For more information about the events, including how to apply, please see the Digi Lab 1: TouchDesigner Workshop website.
Outline
For more information about the events, including how to apply, please see the Digi Lab 1: TouchDesigner Workshop website.
■Workshop 1: Entry Level
Date&Time: Friday December 8, 9:30-17:00 Capacity: 35
Instructors: Ben Voigt (Derivative), Michel Didier (Derivative)
■Workshop 2: Experienced
Date&Time: Saturday December 9, 9:30-17:00 Capacity: 35
Instructors: Ben Voigt (Derivative), Michel Didier (Derivative)
Instructor
Ben Voigt
Product Manager at Derivative
Ben Voigt is Product Manager at Derivative where he designs, develops, and deploys TouchDesigner as part of the R&D team. Ben also spends much of his time on education and support to forward people’s understanding of TouchDesigner, staying engaged with the community wherever he goes.
Instructor
Michel Didier
Creative Technical Developer at Derivative
Michel Didier is a Montreal-based artist and an experienced multimedia developer. Graduate in Computation Arts from Concordia University, he is eager to produce innovative projects that utilize the latest technologies. TouchDesigner developer and former creative developer at Moment Factory, he is currently Creative Technical Developer at Derivative.
