Tales of the Maya Skies was conceived by Alexandra Hall, former Executive Director of Chabot Space & Science Center, during a visit to Chichén Itzá in 2004. It was the team at the ARTSLab at the University of New Mexico, led by fulldome artist Hue Walker who produced the stunning 2D animation of the mythical sequence in the show. In this full-day hands-on intensive Hue Walker and Jonathan Strawn will present materials and ideas used in the creation Tales of the Maya Skies. Their artistry in this fulldome production relied heavily on a hybrid use of Autodesk Maya and Adobe After Effects. This will be a unique opportunity to learn how to apply your skills as a Maya or After Effects artist to creations designed for multi-camera fulldome productions.

DETAILS:
Explore the world of fulldome animation. Topics include:

Morning
• fulldome basics: what is it and how does it work?
• production for fulldome
• basic understanding of techniques required to present content on a fulldome
• short demonstration of simple techniques including basic Maya and AE, including materials from Maya Skies
• hand draw a dome master and view it on the dome
• Q&A discussion time, including a presentation of some thoughts, ideas, discoveries and puzzles about the process

Afternoon
• using your existing skill sets in Maya or After Effects, what is required to adapt your current skills to be able to create something for the fulldome
• work session with individual support as participants create a few sample dome masters, and a short test movie for the dome
• showcase: what you've produced

We've all been in this situation. You’ve been assigned the task of creating a compelling motion graphic whether it be a show opener, tag, or bumper. It looks like an exciting project. The only problem? …the client needs it in an hour. In this full-day hands-on intensive, we will explore techniques for brainstorming and creative thinking when you are in a time crunch. Learn how to generate multiple ideas without losing steam. Explore ways to stockpile 'creative ammunition' including stock motion graphics, audio, and photography for when you need it. Discover organizational techniques that will improve your workflow when it comes down to crunch time. And finally, learn how to quickly create motion graphics using Adobe Production Premium CS5.

DETAILS:
It’s time to learn a new way to brainstorm, organize and create! Topics covered will include:

• techniques for brainstorming and creative thinking
• how to generate multiple ideas without losing steam
• stockpiling 'creative ammunition'
• organizational techniques that improve your workflow
• the process
• how to quickly create motion graphics using Adobe
• Production Premium CS5 and Digital Juice
• showcase: what you've created
• questions & answers