THE SESSION X K.ZIA

K.ZIA Live Performance in Berlin: From The Session YouTube Channel

Machine-like Movement: Embracing Brutalist Style in TouchDesigner

Red Hue: Crafting a Cozy Evening Ambiance

Symmetrical Reflection: Main Image Replicated in 9024px x 1152px

Intricate Design Close-Up

CREATIVE DIRECTION/DESIGN/LIVE OPERATOR

The Session x The Reed x K.ZIA

It all starts with an idea. The Session is a project founded by the artist Simdal and his friends back then on Warschauerstrasse, with minimal resources.

A year later, my colleague stumbled upon the guys and brought them to us at The Reed.

For the past 5 years, I have accompanied The Session Berlin as the Digital Creative Director and Live Operator. The absolute highlight was the concept of a 360-degree stage for our anniversary. For this, I developed a lighting concept with The Session team and created and curated digital content to be displayed.

The main act of the evening was the artist K.ZIA, who simultaneously celebrated the release of her EP "KINTSUGI HEART."

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The entire project was crafted solely in TouchDesigner. Collaborating with The Session crew, we opted for a theme evoking the ambiance of a jazz bar, infused with brutalist accents and deliberate, unhurried movements.

I implemented a deliberate slow spiral movement, enhancing the project's dynamics. Employing Python code, I crafted a looping mechanism, adding depth and continuity.

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I opted for a predominantly red and black color palette for the ambient lighting. From above, we introduced grey, white, and red tones strategically, highlighting without detracting from the musicians' performance.

Ultimately, I mirrored the video to match the dimensions of the 25m LED screen. Opting for a non-reactive video to maintain focus, I implemented an audio-reactive lighting setup. Two microphones on stage capture the sound, enhancing the immersive experience.

Completed in just 5 days, this project stands as one of my swifter endeavors. Given the personal investment I had in The Session, I found immense joy in crafting such a memorable anniversary celebration

FEMME CRAFT

FemmeCraft is a podcast led by Sehriban Cirik. When faced with a last-minute venue cancellation, our team swiftly sprang into action to create a live podcast setup.

Despite receiving the Corporate Identity Graphics just 3 days prior to the event, we seamlessly integrated them into the background, reflecting the CI colors of the podcast.

On the day of the event, I operated a presentation as a Picture-in-Picture (PIP) on a 25m LED wall, while also stepping in as a stage technician utilizing my background expertise.

Femme Craft Podcast, hosted by Sehriban Cirik, is a captivating journey into the world of empowered femininity, creativity, and personal growth.

Join Sehriban and her guests as they explore a diverse range of topics, from art and culture to entrepreneurship and self-discovery. Through insightful conversations, heartfelt stories, and empowering insights, Femme Craft Podcast inspires listeners to embrace their authenticity, pursue their passions, and craft fulfilling lives on their own terms.

Explore her podcast, available in German, for captivating discussions and empowering insights. Don't miss her Instagram video highlighting the excitement of our live podcasting event!

FEMME CRAFT

BERLIN ART WEEK 2020

SUCCESSION X THE REED

Teaming up with the new generation of contemporary digital artists, including Gabriel Massan, Harriet Davey, Jurek Górecki, Julia Parchimowicz (BAD JUJU), and Tabitha Swanson, I had the privilege of showcasing their art on Europe's largest curved indoor LED wall.

Collaborating closely with each artist, I curated their pieces to align with the overall theme of the event. The exhibition spanned three days, culminating in a memorable vernissage dinner.

Using Blender and TouchDesigner, I crafted the perfect shapes to bring their digital art to life on the expansive screen.

My primary focus throughout this project was directing and supporting the artists to ensure their work shown brightly without losing its essence or being overshadowed by the grand scale of the display.

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It was crucial for me to maintain a balance where the art remained the focal point without distracting the guests with excessive lighting.

However, during the dinner, we wanted to incorporate a show element. We opted to use a camera to capture the color palette of the screen and create a dynamic light show that reacted to ambient noise, adding an engaging and immersive dimension to the event.

We aimed to create an immersive experience, so I collaborated with Harriet Davey to integrate an infrared camera. This allowed the mystical, alien-like figure she designed to interact with visitors, tracking their movements. However, due to lighting issues in the evening, the entire body of the figure couldn't follow accurately. As a solution, we decided to focus solely on the eyes, creating an eerie effect as they followed people passing by.

WORK 2023

SONY BLACK FUTURE WEEK

BLAUE BLUME ROMANTIC FILM AWARDS

WE ARE THE WORLD GALA

TECH DAYS BLACK FUTURE WEEK

THE SESSION

PITCH CLUB DEVELOPER EDITION

ON RUNNING/ MOVEMENT WEEK

SPREADFILMS GMBH

FOUNDERLAND PANEL TALK

INTERNATIONALER BUND

PREIS FÜR POPKULTUR 2023

PITCH CLUB

DAB DIGITAL AGENTUR

VOK DAMS GROUP

EVENTLOBBY BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP

FEMME CRAFT LIVE PODCAST

RSG GROUP

SIEMENS CONFERENCE

HEINEKEN

VERVE GMBH

GALARIE LAFAYETTE

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WORK 2022

RSG GROUP EXPANSION

AUSSERGEWÖHNLICH BERLIN

COMDAYS

HORECA BRAINS

SKY DAS BOOT

BUNTE NEW FACES AWARD

TIMELESS INVESTMENTS

WECAN GALA

BLAUE BLUME 2022

PREIS FÜR POPKULTUR 2022

THE SESSION

SKY DOKUMENTATION

TRUE SENSATION

FIFA WORLD CUP WORLDTOUR

GOLD´S GYM GERMANY

SAP FUTURE EVENET

BUSINESS INSIDER

EUROPÄISCHE BEHÖRDE FÜR LEBENSMITTELSICHERHEIT

SERVICE4CHARGER GMBH

CRUNCHY ROLL

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