{"product_id":"narrative-in-game-based-art","title":"Narrative in Game-Based Art","description":"\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eGot a writing background and are interested in incorporating games into your work?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003ePulled from our collection of classes and workshops, this course explores the art of storytelling in interactive media. From political narratives to noir-inspired tales, students will learn how to craft compelling stories that engage players and convey meaningful messages. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eThe course covers a range of topics including interactive fiction, generative storytelling, and the intersection of journalism and games. Students will examine how narrative can shape player experience, challenge societal norms, and create immersive worlds. By the end of this course, participants will have a strong foundation in narrative design for games and interactive art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eA mix of talks and workshops, we hope you find this an engaging first step in translating your work as writing, poetry, non-fiction, journalism into engaging interactive experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eModules:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Using_Interactive_Fiction_as_a_Political_Tool_Banner.png?v=1726856780\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Using_Interactive_Fiction_as_a_Political_Tool_Banner.png?v=1726856780\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore how interactive fiction can be used to address political issues and create social impact. Led by Dhruv Jani of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oleomingus.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/oleomingus.com\/\"\u003eStudio Oleomingus\u003c\/a\u003e, this workshop examines language, protest, bodies, and empathy in games. Jani, whose work has been featured at prestigious venues like the Venice Biennale and MoMA, will guide participants through creating a storytelling prototype for analog or digital games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Colorful_Game-Building_with_Film_Noir_and_the_Universe_Banner.png?v=1726856963\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Colorful_Game-Building_with_Film_Noir_and_the_Universe_Banner.png?v=1726856963\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to blend noir aesthetics with cosmic themes in game narratives. \u003cstrong\u003eEvan Anthony and Jeremy Abel\u003c\/strong\u003e, founders of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/feralcatden.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/feralcatden.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeral Cat Den\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and creators of the acclaimed game \u003cem\u003eGenesis Noir\u003c\/em\u003e, will discuss their journey from concept to release. This talk explores their unique approach to game design, drawing inspiration from film noir, jazz, and cosmology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Subverting_Expectations_in_Art_and_Immersive_Gaming_Banner.png?v=1726857243\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Subverting_Expectations_in_Art_and_Immersive_Gaming_Banner.png?v=1726857243\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-message  pr-4  md:pr-9  relative  leading-[1.65rem]  [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-300  [\u0026amp;_pre]:-mr-4  md:[\u0026amp;_pre]:-mr-9\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid-col-1 grid gap-2.5 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover techniques to challenge player expectations and create surprising narratives. \u003cstrong\u003eLeo Castañeda\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Colombian-American artist featured in exhibitions at \u003cstrong\u003eHeK Basel\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eBass Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e, shares insights from his game-based art projects. Learn how to integrate gaming mechanics into fine art practices to create thought-provoking experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/User_Experience_Design_From_Horror_Games_to_Virtual_Reality_BAnner.png?v=1726857411\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/User_Experience_Design_From_Horror_Games_to_Virtual_Reality_BAnner.png?v=1726857411\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstand how narrative and user experience intersect in horror games and VR. \u003cstrong\u003eDino Ignacio\u003c\/strong\u003e, former UX Director for the \u003cem\u003eDead Space\u003c\/em\u003e series and Design Lead at \u003cstrong\u003eFacebook Reality Labs\u003c\/strong\u003e, discusses the evolution of storytelling techniques from traditional horror games to immersive VR experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Creative_Commitment_Banner.png?v=1726857495\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain insights into maintaining a long-term creative practice in game development. \u003cstrong\u003eNicole He\u003c\/strong\u003e, an independent game developer working on projects for the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Film Board of Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDevolver Digital\u003c\/strong\u003e, shares strategies for sustaining creativity and navigating the challenges of long-term projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Safeguarding_Journalism_through_Minecraft.png?v=1726857687\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore how Minecraft can be used to create interactive journalistic experiences. \u003cstrong\u003eTobias Natterer\u003c\/strong\u003e (DDB Berlin) and \u003cstrong\u003eJames Delaney\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blockworks UK) present The Uncensored Library, a collaboration with \u003cstrong\u003eReporters Without Borders\u003c\/strong\u003e. Learn how they used Minecraft to create a digital safe haven for press freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Generating_Community_and_Thought_With_Gaming_Avatars_Banner.png?v=1726858217\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to use gaming avatars to foster community and stimulate discussion. \u003cstrong\u003eKara Güt\u003c\/strong\u003e, recipient of the \u003cstrong\u003eOhio Arts Council Individual Excellence Award\u003c\/strong\u003e, demonstrates how to leverage platforms like VRChat for artistic expression and community building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Using_Generative_AI_for_World-Building_and_Storytelling.png?v=1726858350\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover how AI can enhance world-building and narrative creation in games. \u003cstrong\u003ePearlyn Lii\u003c\/strong\u003e, an alumna of \u003cstrong\u003eNEW INC\u003c\/strong\u003e (supported by The New Museum) and selectee of the Art+Code track in partnership with \u003cstrong\u003eRhizome\u003c\/strong\u003e, guides participants through incorporating AI into the creative process while maintaining a unique style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Making_Games_to_Combat_Algorithmic_Censorship_Banner.png?v=1726858475\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstand how games can be used to address issues of digital censorship. \u003cstrong\u003eXiaowei Wang\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eQianqian Ye\u003c\/strong\u003e, creators of \u003cem\u003eThe Future of Memory\u003c\/em\u003e project (recipient of the \u003cstrong\u003eMozilla Creative Media Award\u003c\/strong\u003e), discuss using games to challenge algorithmic content moderation and explore digital rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/Exceeding_the_Gendered_Boundaries_of_Play_Banner.png?v=1726858606\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamine how narrative design can challenge gender stereotypes in gaming. \u003cstrong\u003eDr. Shira Chess\u003c\/strong\u003e, Associate Professor of Media Studies at the \u003cstrong\u003eUniversity of Georgia\u003c\/strong\u003e and author of \u003cem\u003ePlay Like a Feminist\u003c\/em\u003e, explores how to create games that transcend gender boundaries while advocating for equality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"absolute -bottom-0 -right-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"border-0.5 border-border-300 flex items-center translate-y-1\/2 rounded-lg shadow-sm transition bg-bg-000 p-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-text-400 flex items-stretch justify-between gap-0.5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex gap-0.5\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"flex flex-row items-center gap-1 rounded-md p-1 py-0.5 text-xs transition-opacity delay-100 hover:bg-bg-200\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 256 256\" fill=\"currentColor\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M200,32H163.74a47.92,47.92,0,0,0-71.48,0H56A16,16,0,0,0,40,48V216a16,16,0,0,0,16,16H200a16,16,0,0,0,16-16V48A16,16,0,0,0,200,32Zm-72,0a32,32,0,0,1,32,32H96A32,32,0,0,1,128,32Zm72,184H56V48H82.75A47.93,47.93,0,0,0,80,64v8a8,8,0,0,0,8,8h80a8,8,0,0,0,8-8V64a47.93,47.93,0,0,0-2.75-16H200Z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Copy\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"flex flex-row items-center gap-1 rounded-md p-1 py-0.5 text-xs transition-opacity delay-100 hover:bg-bg-200\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do not offer refunds and exchanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do offer educational scholarships based on need. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/i9srwglkfm5.typeform.com\/to\/w04UrYkg\"\u003ePlease email fill out this form to apply.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gameplayarts","offers":[{"title":"Student \/ Artist","offer_id":46227723092132,"sku":"","price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Professional","offer_id":46227723124900,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/3125\/0852\/files\/NarrativeinGame-BasedArt.png?v=1726592630","url":"https:\/\/ecc08a-2c.myshopify.com\/products\/narrative-in-game-based-art","provider":"Gameplayarts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}