Augmented reality workshop at MeshRu

November 18, 2024
18:00 – 20:00

Workshop Content:

Aim:

To introduce participants to AR technology and enable them to develop their own creative projects inspired by the exhibition's themes.

Reasons:

To explore the new dimensions that AR technology brings to art and storytelling, and to take an in-depth journey into the exhibition themes.

Mentors:

Two computers will be available to participants under the guidance of Hakan Sorar and Ahmet Rüstem Ekici. Participants will be provided with one-on-one short AR experience design support.

Additional Information:

• Participants will receive a free Fujifilm Instax film print.

• Participants are kindly requested to send the images they want to edit in AR to info@aredeko.com in advance.

• Participants who wish can join the workshop with their own computers.

Location and Information:

For the address and details about this workshop to be held at MeshRu, please follow the Meshru Instagram page. 

Workshop Program:

1. Introduction and Presentation (15-20 minutes)

• What is AR?: Definition and basic concepts of augmented reality.

• History: AR's development process, first applications and milestones.

• Why Should We Use AR?: How AR innovates art, storytelling, and exhibition experiences.

• How Can We Use It?: Application methods of AR technology and tools to be used in this workshop.

2. Visual Production and Preparation (30 minutes)

• Participants will be asked to select or produce their own images.

• They will be encouraged to prepare works such as drawings, paintings or photographs inspired by the themes of the exhibition.

3. Printing and AR Editing (60 minutes)

• Participants' images will be printed using Fujifilm Instax printers.

• AR experiences will be created on the printed images with the Artivive application.

• Participants will complete their projects through collaboration.

4. Pop-Up Mini Exhibition (30 minutes)

• Participants' works will be exhibited.

• Each participant will present their AR project to other participants and share their experiences.