COLLIDER8: VOXEL

Collider 8: voxel [akron] – is the newest edition of the Collider series to examine the impact, implications and inspiration of the phenomenon generally categorized under the umbrella term New Media within the design practice and fine arts. Now in its 8^th year, Collider’s co-creators Markus Vogl and Anthony Samangy of The University of Akron’s design faculty are presenting exciting works utilizing voxels, a computational 3D volume—think 3D pixel!

The works in the exhibition feature several incredible techniques. The ‘Tiny Cinema’ pieces showcase video shorts on 96 x 64 pixel video screens, encapsulated by 3D printed sculptures. Zoetropes enter this show, weaving themselves between historic and contemporary practices. The devices no longer are limited to the typical 2D images, but are now 3D printed objects, spinning to create a moving image. The exhibition includes the work of 19 regional and national artists. Among the grouping are acclaimed artists such as Mark Amerika, Rachel Clarke, Kasumi, and Jason Ferguson, see full list of artists below.

 

Emily Davis Gallery – The University of Akron
150 E Exchange St
Akron, OH 44325

Exhibition Dates:
April 3 – April 21, 2017
Opening Times:
Mon – Fri: 10am – 5pm

Opening Reception
August 22, 2016 4:15pm – 5:00pm

 

People:

Co-curator – Tony Samangy

Tony Samangy is an Associate Professor in Graphic design at The University of Akron, OH , Myers School of Art, with a focus in Interface, Interaction and Motion Design.
www.tonysamangy.com

Co-curator – Markus Vogl

Markus Vogl is an Associate Professor in Graphic design at The University of Akron, OH, Myers School of Art, with a focus in interactive art and design, web design and New Media Art.
www.markusvogl.com

tiny cinema curator – Margarita Benitez

Margarita Benitez is an Associate Professor in Fashion design at Kent State University, The Fashion School, in Kent, OH with a focus on wearable design, co-creation and digital fabrication.
www.margaritabenitez.com

 

 

Co-Founder – Rod Bengston
Director of Galleries – Assistant Professor University of Hawaii

 

Thanks to:

Janice Troutman – Director – Myers School of Art
The University of Akron’s Myers School of Art

Arnie Tunstall – Gallery Director
The University of Akron’s Emily Davis Gallery

 

And all the COLLIDER artists and alumni.