A workshop titled “Introduction to TouchDesigner” was organized within the scope of the Design Workshop of Üsküdar Üniversitesi Faculty of Communication, Visual Communication Design Department. The workshop introduced TouchDesigner, developed by the Toronto-based Derivative company, which is significant in the modern art world. The workshop, led by Visual Communication Design Department Research Assistant Baran Kahraman, aimed to provide students and creative media enthusiasts with a departure from traditional design software.
In the workshop held at Üsküdar Üniversitesi South Campus Mac laboratory, participants focused on real-time image production and reproducibility through modular systems.
The Head of the Visual Communication Design Department, Prof. Dr. And Algül, also attended the workshop.
The Pinnacle of Contemporary Image and Imaging Technologies…
Visual Communication Design Department Research Assistant Baran Kahraman discussed the application areas of TouchDesigner, a visual programming language, and demonstrated its basic usage methods practically. He conveyed the program's interface to participants with a simple and effective explanation, likening it to electrical circuits taught in primary school. The workshop's main focus aimed to showcase the pinnacle of contemporary image and imaging technologies rather than merely depicting an image production mechanism.
Software Used for Creating Real-time Multimedia Content…
Kahraman, who provided practical information to participants on how the software is used in the art world, said: “Software used for creating real-time multimedia content is generally utilized by interactive media artists, designers, and other creative professionals.”
The interactive workshop opened new horizons at the intersection of technology and art, contributing to participants' understanding of the dynamics of modern art.
The workshop concluded after a group photo.