Video Projection Mapping is a technique in which objects that are often irregularly shaped, such as the exterior of buildings, small indoor items, sculptures, or theatrical sets, are turned into a display surface for video projection. Artists can use this technique to add extra dimensions, create optical illusions, or suggest movement on static objects.
MadMapper is an advanced but easy to use tool for video mapping. Although this workshop will take place indoors, the focus will be on the use of this software for projecting onto building exteriors and outdoor surfaces. It will provide an overview of the interface, workflows, scenes\cues, adding controls (i.e. audio reactive, MIDI, keyboard, etc.), masking, 3D object files (where to get them or how to create them), media (i.e. images, video, shaders, etc., and their parameters), as well as available online resources.
SAW Video has MadMapper installed on the computers in our training space and, for this workshop, each computer will also be connected to its own projector.