impressions ( BRISTOL)…
First leg (BRISTOL) N.I.P. Impressions.
The first N.I.P. at Bristol was an inspiring experience not only made possible a platform where artist of different backgrounds could meet with a common goal also give me the possibility to see all this artist use their methods in a very personal way, showing that there is an infinite possibilities in the realm of new interface creation.
Undoubtedly and enriching was the contribution of Zach Lieberman not only as a person but also a creator and mentor, presenting us with is outstanding performance as well sheering with us precious information during the 3 days that only served to extend my knowledge and understanding on open source software and new gesture based interfaces for live interaction, also its application on socioartistic projects clearly visible on his diverse projects involving educational market.
I did enjoy the full tree days and found it extremely well planed By Teresa.
In a way that allows us to deal with such nerdy matters and still keep focus.
First day although demanding on its program it went smoothly.
With short introduction of every participant in with in the group fallowed with a relaxing exercise of creating a bridge made to of spaghetti. Useful to create a relaxing atmosphere in the group, which did work perfectly.
The afternoon was crucial to get hold on what everyone was doing in a form of public presentations and to realize the diversity of background and interest of each one with a small incident of fire alarm getting of whish allow visitors to explore the other side of the fabulous facilities of Watershed by using the fire exits, venue where most of our activities where concentrated.
Day two was shorter but extremely concentrated where allot happen on the level programming using open source software and motion tracking throw surveillance cameras.
In the evening lives performance by Tom verbruggen, Zachary Lieberman, Torsten Lauschman and André Sier.
An evening where the Dark Studio of Arnolfini was light up by outstanding performance from of all performers that night.
In the evening a short incursion to bars of Bristol that only help to improve the total atmosphere of the group in an even more informal setting in front of a drink and music and some sporadic dance moves.
Day tree last of Bristol, further developments of coding, hacking,
In the afternoon some results, I mast say that the Portuguese crow was the most advance on that area, cheers “compatriotas” !!!!!!
It was a pleasure to see them working.
I am more familiar on physical interface design and hardware, although the tree days at Bristol where not an easy catches for me it was great experience to take part at this first leg of N.I.P. in Bristol with a certainty that Amsterdam will be an interesting complement for this fist leg.
For my work It help me to find some short cuts concerning interface designing, by learning new methods of using sensors and the importance of finding balance between software and hardware use.
Once more I want to thank all sponsors and people involved on the organization of N.I.P. in particular Teresa that has shown extreme evolvement in all what every participant is doing and for her professionalism and dedication in making sure that the all N.I.P.project can remain as a burning flame beyond the tree days in each location in a Blog format.
Isaac
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