SIGGRAPH 2021 VR Theater interactive film “She” puts the viewer in the inner self of a boy exploring his gender identity after finding a magic lipstick that helps him to discover his feminine tendencies and ultimately gain self-acceptance.
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More Than a Memory: Immersive VR Experience Offers Insight into Alzheimer’s Disease
18 June 2021 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Education, Virtual Reality
“Tinker,” an immersive, VR experience, strives to reduce the stigma associated with Alzheimer’s disease and share what it means to create memories with loved ones.
‘An Artist’s Guide to Perception-bending Narratives’, a SIGGRAPH Now Webinar With Erick Oh
12 May 2021 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesArt, Conferences, Education, Film, Virtual Reality
Get to know Oscar-nominated, Korean filmmaker and artist Erick Oh ahead of his SIGGRAPH Now webinar on Wednesday, 26 May at 1:00 pm PT.
SIGGRAPH Spotlight: Episode 42 – The Intersection of AI, VR, and Technology
26 March 2021 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesArt, Conferences, Industry Leaders, Virtual Reality
In an all-new episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, Ian Failes sits down with researcher and author Arthur Miller to discuss the intersection of AI, VR, and technology.
Teaching Culturally Relevant STEAM Concepts through XR
29 January 2021 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Education, Virtual Reality
Curious how to use XR in your classroom? We caught up with contributors to the SIGGRAPH 2020 Birds of a Feather session “Making XR a Reality for Teaching Culturally Relevant STEAM Concepts” to learn more about their backgrounds and what led them to collaborate.
Developing ‘Davigo’: Balancing Gameplay in Asymmetrical VR
22 January 2021 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesAugmented Reality, Conferences, Gaming, Graphics, Virtual Reality
The developers behind “Davigo,” an asymmetrical VR game, discuss their SIGGRAPH 2020 presentation and dig into the game mechanics.
Baobab’s Latest VR Feature, ‘Baba Yaga’ Uses Hand Tracking to Improve Interactivity
20 October 2020 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Film, Production, Virtual Reality
“Baba Yaga” creators and storytellers Larry Cutler, Eric Darnell, Nathanial Dirksen, Justin Fischer, and Amy Tucker of Baobab Studios discuss the technology behind the project.
Step Up to the Plate With ESPN’s Immersive VR Batting Cage
24 September 2020 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Virtual Reality
The creators of ESPN VR Batting Cage talk the development of this immersive experience and how it aimed to create a dynamic mixed reality experience for baseball fans.
How Google Is Making Streamable Light Field Video a Reality
25 August 2020 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Graphics, Industry Leaders, Interactive Techniques, Research, Technical Papers, Virtual Reality
Peek behind the research for additional insight into Google’s “DeepView Immersive Light Field Video” project, winner of the SIGGRAPH 2020 Best in Show – Immersive Experience award.
Pass the ‘Feather’: How Viewers Interact With This Innovative VR Story
28 July 2020 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Virtual Reality
The director of “Feather” shares how the VR film was created, what inspired its story, and the important role the viewer plays.
The Making of ‘Tahul’ – Part 2
24 July 2020 • by Daniel FilonikConferences, Film, Students, Virtual Reality
This series of articles provides a sneak peek at the final outcome of the SIGGRAPH 2020 VR Theater lobby experience, achieved in collaboration with SCAD and conference volunteers.
The Making of ‘Tahul’ – Part 1
25 June 2020 • by Daniel FilonikConferences, Film, Students, Virtual Reality
This series of articles provides a sneak peek at the final outcome of the SIGGRAPH 2020 VR Theater lobby experience, achieved in collaboration with SCAD and conference volunteers.