Here are some of my initial sketches below:
Here is the final main character
Friday, 2 December 2011
External Project
I intend to make my projection into a short story where the main character goes through different scenes that portrays the different courses at NUCA. I want my character to be a very colourful, lively, imaginative, animated creature.
Here are some of my initial sketches below:
Here is the final main character
Here are some of my initial sketches below:
Here is the final main character
External Project
After having browsed on the Internet and I came across a website. I intend to project directly straight onto the Duke Street walls but if something was to prevent me from doing this, such as a obstacle/object then this is how I could overcome the problem.
Projection on a flat surface
'If your projection target is a flat surface, like a wall and your projector is at an arbitraty position, not exactly facing the part of the wall you want to project to, the projected image looks distorted. Using Homography (Transform 2d) you can easily pre-distort the image you project so that it appears undistorted on the surface. Note: Like this you can always get a correctly looking projected image on a flat surface independent of the projectors position, orientation to the surface and its lens characteristics.'
All information taken from the link http://vvvv.org/documentation/how-to-project-on-3d-geometry
Projection on a flat surface
'If your projection target is a flat surface, like a wall and your projector is at an arbitraty position, not exactly facing the part of the wall you want to project to, the projected image looks distorted. Using Homography (Transform 2d) you can easily pre-distort the image you project so that it appears undistorted on the surface. Note: Like this you can always get a correctly looking projected image on a flat surface independent of the projectors position, orientation to the surface and its lens characteristics.'
All information taken from the link http://vvvv.org/documentation/how-to-project-on-3d-geometry
External Project
I have taken many different photographs taken from various perspectives of Nuca buildings. Below are some examples:
I have decided to pick the Duke Street building after great consideration as it is a very interesting building to look at. It has very unique shapes and textures. It is a long building with several places to project images. Below are some of the places I could project my image onto:
I have decided to pick the Duke Street building after great consideration as it is a very interesting building to look at. It has very unique shapes and textures. It is a long building with several places to project images. Below are some of the places I could project my image onto:
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
External Project
I came across this website www.awidernet.com which explains and shows different techniques for project mapping. On the website it displays information about projection callibration, light installation, experimental film and advertising.
Projector callibration
It states on this website that 'Johnny Chung Lee’s Automatic Projector Calibration thesis work focused on fitting a projected image perfectly onto a moveable target without distorting the image. He accomplished this by embedding light sensors into portable displays to allow the projector’s calibration cycle to recognize the boundaries of the display.'
Experimental Film
It states on this website that 'Projection mapping has started to make its way into the realm of experimental film as well. The ability to map stunning video to complex objects and capture all of the rich reflections is something that would be nearly impossible in post-processing. Also, projecting light on objects frees the camera to capture any angle, which is awesome. Take a look at Xavier Cassaing’s, experimental film using still photographs, stop motion and live projection mapping techniques. The orchid petals, stockings, and mantle are all mapped. The effect is mesmerizing.'
Advertising
It also mentions on the website that 'No projection technique would be complete without a solid example of its marketing/advertising implementation. Mini led the way with its Augmented Reality car on the back of a magazine a few years back. They demonstrate their consistency in staying ahead of the curve with their projection mapping advertisement.'
All information was taken from the link http://www.awidernet.com/2010/06/02/projection-mapping-techniques/
Projector callibration
It states on this website that 'Johnny Chung Lee’s Automatic Projector Calibration thesis work focused on fitting a projected image perfectly onto a moveable target without distorting the image. He accomplished this by embedding light sensors into portable displays to allow the projector’s calibration cycle to recognize the boundaries of the display.'
Light Installation
On the website it also mentions that 'Projection mapping in installations has the unique advantage that the geometry of the space can be precisely controlled and mapped to. Using projectors to project colored light onto white surfaces in a dark room can have a tremendous impact. When every angle and every corner has been mapped, light installations have the ability to transform every surface of complex objects into video displays. A great example of this is Envision – Step into the sensory box.'Experimental Film
It states on this website that 'Projection mapping has started to make its way into the realm of experimental film as well. The ability to map stunning video to complex objects and capture all of the rich reflections is something that would be nearly impossible in post-processing. Also, projecting light on objects frees the camera to capture any angle, which is awesome. Take a look at Xavier Cassaing’s, experimental film using still photographs, stop motion and live projection mapping techniques. The orchid petals, stockings, and mantle are all mapped. The effect is mesmerizing.'
Advertising
It also mentions on the website that 'No projection technique would be complete without a solid example of its marketing/advertising implementation. Mini led the way with its Augmented Reality car on the back of a magazine a few years back. They demonstrate their consistency in staying ahead of the curve with their projection mapping advertisement.'
All information was taken from the link http://www.awidernet.com/2010/06/02/projection-mapping-techniques/
External Project
Sorry I forgot to mention at the beginning of my blog what projection mapping actually is. 'Projection mapping describes the technique for video projection that can make use of any surface and turn it into a dynamic visual display. It can be used to bring buildings and objects to life, create immersive environments and to provide exciting interactive experiences.'
Most projections involve:
Most projections involve:
- computer animation
- special effects
- live action video
External Project
I decided to find out about the different types of equipment that could be used in order to project my image onto the NUCA building to create a brilliant imaginitive show. I found a really good website http://www.qed-productions.com/ and decided to browse through it in great detail. QED productions is one of the most long established and experienced companies specialising in the audio visual industry. You can hire various projectors for daily or weekly use. Therefore this site is highly reliable and recommendable. There is a lot of information to browse through but I have decided to select the DLP projector known as 'Christie - Roadster HD18K.' This is because this projector is one of the world's brightest projectors in it's class. You are able to alter the image colour accuracy and adjustability so you can manipulate it to the mood you wish to create. It can create 1920 x1080 high resolution sharp, detailed images. It also features a Christie TWIST module which can be used to edge blend and warp images. It does however come at a pretty hefty price of £2500 per day, or £7500 a week. (Oh well I'm worth it!)
Information and image obtained from the website http://www.qed-productions.com/
External Project
I have been asked to research, design and develop a site specific projection-mapped light show to accompany the undergraduate exhibitions situated at Nuca.
As a starting point I browsed on the Internet and searched different types of projection-mapped light shows on YouTube in order to gain research which would be vital in helping me achieve my goal. Below are some of the links I looked at:
I particularly liked certain parts of all these clips. In the first clip titled 'Adidas France-3D Mapping projection' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp2Z_RBcLPs. I really liked how the building collapsed at the beginning of the show and where the basketball player cracked the building and made it descend in the middle. These really created a powerful impact on me.
In the second clip titled 'Samsung 3D projection mapping' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN3kuVuyxEw. At the beginning of the clip a member of the public interacts with a lit up hand which started the show. This is a clever idea to get the audience to interact with the show in some way.
In the third clip titled 'INTEL Visibly Smart Experience: Dresden (19./20. August 2011)' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSYvgJ6myt4&feature=related. There were several sections within this clip where the building looked like it was beginning divided into little cube segments and they all moved. Yet again this was a very captivating affect to grab the audeinces attention.
As a starting point I browsed on the Internet and searched different types of projection-mapped light shows on YouTube in order to gain research which would be vital in helping me achieve my goal. Below are some of the links I looked at:
I particularly liked certain parts of all these clips. In the first clip titled 'Adidas France-3D Mapping projection' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp2Z_RBcLPs. I really liked how the building collapsed at the beginning of the show and where the basketball player cracked the building and made it descend in the middle. These really created a powerful impact on me.
In the second clip titled 'Samsung 3D projection mapping' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN3kuVuyxEw. At the beginning of the clip a member of the public interacts with a lit up hand which started the show. This is a clever idea to get the audience to interact with the show in some way.
In the third clip titled 'INTEL Visibly Smart Experience: Dresden (19./20. August 2011)' this link for this clip was obtained from the youtube webpage http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSYvgJ6myt4&feature=related. There were several sections within this clip where the building looked like it was beginning divided into little cube segments and they all moved. Yet again this was a very captivating affect to grab the audeinces attention.
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