Introduction to TouchDesigner: Understanding the Basics of Video Art

Àpd 87 $ /h

TouchDesigner is a powerful visual programming environment used for creating real-time generative art, interactive installations, and audiovisual performances. In this beginner-level class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of the interface, how to use operators (TOPs), and how to build your first real-time visual system from scratch.

We’ll focus on an intuitive and creative workflow — learning by making. You’ll leave with a basic understanding of how to manipulate visuals, respond to sound input, and start experimenting with your own interactive environments. No coding experience required — just curiosity and creativity.

Informations supplémentaires

Please bring a laptop with TouchDesigner installed (the free version is fine). Headphones and a mouse are recommended for easier navigation.

Lieu

En ligne depuis États-Unis

Présentation

I am a multidisciplinary shapeshifter exploring the potential of sound, video, and performance. My work is experimental, navigating the space between reality and imagination to explore identity, perception, and vulnerability through technology. As a musician, I compose, design sound, and improvise vocally; as a visual artist, I craft abstract video, projection-based installations, and text-based art. I create simulations and machines to reveal hidden, overlooked, and unexplored realities and relations. My artist persona, duality, reflects my manifesto: embracing both nature and technology as forces of true innovation. My work has been guided by personal experiences, philosophy, metaphysics, feminism, hybrid human-machine relationships, deep listening, traditional Turkish singing, mindfulness, and lucid dreaming.

I love learning as much as I love teaching! If you are looking for an alternative, experimental, friendly teacher I am here for you!

Education

Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY - Bachelor of Arts
September 2019- May 2025, 3.85 GPA
Falmouth University, Falmouth, UK -Creative Music Technology BA, First Class Honours
September 2022-May 2024

Expérience / Qualifications

Harvestworks , NY- Intern-07/2025
Perseverience, BodyStories , NY- Live Performer (Ableton Live) Composer and Sound Designer-06/2025
FUNGI , Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition, NY- Visual Artist (Projection Installation) -06/2025
Teacher’s Assistant, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY -Assistant for Abstract Video class -01/2025-05/2025
Studio Assistant, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY -Assistant for Music Studio -10/2024-05/2025
After Image, Wavefield, Bushwick, NY- Live Performer and Visual Artist (Ableton Live) -12/2024
Sanctuary, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY -Live Performer, Visual Artist, Experimental Improvisation Ensemble -06/2024
Introduction to Projection Mapping Workshop, Critique Week, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY -Instructor -11/2024
Cornwall Resists, Falmouth, UK- Live Performer (Ableton Live) -07/2024
Crank the Bank, Falmouth, UK- Live Performer (Ableton Live) -06/2024
Wanderfall Festival, Falmouth, UK- Live Performer (Ableton Live) -04/2024
Independent Venue Week, Falmouth, UK- Live Performer (Ableton Live) -01/2024
Cornish Bank, Falmouth, UK- Live Performer (Ableton Live) -01/2024
EOMN, Falmouth, UK- DJ and Visual Artist (Projection Mapping) -12/2023
Lunatic Live, Ankara, Turkey- Visual Artist (Projection Mapping) -11/2023
EXPER.I.MENTAL, Ankara, Turkey- Event organizer and DJ -09/2023

Age

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Durée

60 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

turc

Compétences

Arts numériques

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

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What's in it?

PART I

1. Artistic & visual language

• Traditional drawing & illustration techniques
• Shape & form study
• Light, color & values
• Composition & visual storytelling

2. World-building & visual thinking

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• Props, objects, and visual detail
• Character concepts (anatomy basics, silhouettes, expression)
• Style exploration (realistic, stylized, symbolic, experimental)
• References vs originality: how to build from research without imitation

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• Documentation & reference gathering
• Moodboards & visual research
• Iteration, selection, refinement
• Knowing when a piece is finished

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• Transition from traditional to digital
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• Layer logic, brushes, textures
• Digital painting fundamentals
• Presentation-ready images
• Case studies from professional concept artists & illustrators

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IMPORTANT!

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PART II

Portfolio development & mentorship

1. Portfolio building

• Defining the student’s artistic direction
• Selecting and developing strong themes
• Creating cohesive series, not isolated images
• Aligning personal style with academic or professional expectations
• Consistent review, feedback, and refinement

2. Application-specific support (where applicable)

• Portfolio selection & sequencing
• Artist statements or motivation letters (with visuals)
• Adapting work to specific institutions or programs
• Understanding evaluation criteria