Introduction My idea is to create an interactive video system where one can manipulate and trigger videos live using MIDI controllers. MIDI controllers I will be using include an electronic drum kit, a sampling pad called the SPD-SX (has 9 individual surfaces that when hit, send a MIDI signal), and possibly a two-octave keyboard. This… Continue reading Kenny’s Revised Concept
Introduction My current idea is tailored to my skills and knowledge in data analytics, visualization, and design. I plan on researching sustainable housing– more specifically what goes into building a truly sustainable tiny home (costs, materials, etc.), and the best ways in which to design it. I plan on researching, designing and modeling the house… Continue reading Jamie’s Revised Concept
History of the FieldIn terms of general videogames, they were first created in the 1950’s by scientists in labs. One example of this would be OXO, a tic-tac-toe game created on a computer by A.S. Douglas in 1952 as part of his doctoral dissertation. As for the first videogame that could be played and installed… Continue reading Emma’s Research Plan
Based on the feedback regarding my initial idea pitch and some self review of the project I have in mind I am planning in sticking with my animation project idea. It seemed to be the strongest of the ideas I had in mind, and general feedback suggests that my peers agree. The idea is one… Continue reading Marcus Moore Revised Concept
Research Plan As mentioned before, I am planning on making a first-person shooter game with unique movement elements. In order to make an engaging game experience it takes more than just sound mechanics as the things going on behind the scenes are not what draws intrigue. A good game is multi-faceted and combines various skillsets… Continue reading Chad Mathern Research Plan
Many musicians, music producers, and music technology companies have pursued live electronic music performances being enhanced by visuals. To get where we are today in live electronic music performance and DJing synced to visuals, musicians and music producers such as Mr. Bill and KJ Sawka, Jojo Mayer & Nerve, Deadmau5, AFISHAL, and Rezz have created… Continue reading Kenny’s Research Plan
Introduction My idea for senior thesis is to create a simple, story-oriented 2D rpg game. In this game, the players will play as NAME: a highschool senior not yet ready to go to college, or more specifically, not yet ready to be kicked out of the ‘teen’ circle. Seeing him acting up because of this,… Continue reading Emma’s Revised Concepts
Introduction What is your idea? An online gallery of student’s artwork and passion projects with a focus on building an artist’s community within the community of the school. What inspired your idea? I wanted a place besides Instagram or Facebook to showcase my work where I could get real feedback from other artists in my… Continue reading Pete’s Revised Concepts
For my research, the first step would be to read through W3’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) in their entirety, taking notes along the way. These are considered the go-to guidelines to use when making websites accessible for people with disabilities. I would then take a close look at other resources explaining these guidelines, such… Continue reading Kiernan’s Research Plan
Revised Concept Intro My idea is a first-person shooter that incorporates unique freeform movement using Unity’s physics engine. It was inspired by games like Quake, Sub Rosa, and doom. These kinds of games stand as pillars to an early era of first-person shooters and I have spent hours in them. I wish to capture the… Continue reading Chad Mathern Revised Concept