DESGN-6701-1: Grad Electives: Avatar Design
Fall 2023
- Subject: Graduate Design
- Type: Workshop
- Delivery Mode: In-Person
- Level: Graduate
- Campus: San Francisco
- Course Dates: August 30, 2023 — December 12, 2023
- Meetings: Tue 12:00-03:00PM, Main Bldg - W2
- Instructor: Miguel Novelo
- Units: 3.0
- Enrolled: 11/12 Waitlist
Description:
Avatar Design In this class, we will explore the concept of avatars and how they can be used to create new forms of expression and identity. We will examine the history of avatars, from their origins to their modern-day manifestations in video games and extended realities. We will also consider the cultural and social implications of avatars, including their role in shaping our online identities and their potential to facilitate empathy and understanding between different groups of people. Students will have the opportunity to design their avatars using various tools and techniques. We will also explore the use of avatars in different contexts, such as gaming, social media, and online communities, and consider how avatars can be used to create new forms of art, storytelling, and communication.
Pre-Requisites and Co-Requisites:
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