Decode

I took a trip down to London this weekend, mostly to watch my team (proudly) fall to defeat at Stamford Bridge. But while I was down there, I noticed a poster on the tube for a digital design exhibition at the V&A called "Decode". This took my interest, especially since taking the digital design module last semester. It was honestly one of the best exhibitions I have ever been to. The interactivity, innovation, and originality on show was incredible. It was such a fun experience to see people from all backgrounds and cultures coming together and really having genuine fun with art. Far too often I think people feel restricted in galleries. Be quiet...don't take photographs, walk around slowly from piece to piece - remarking on how inspirational it all is. I appreciate this element to galleries, and it is nice to be somewhere peaceful...but this environment I found to be very refreshing, and shown art to be as it should...a pleasurable and accessible tactile experience.

Above are a few snaps I took while I was in there...I think the exhibitions open for about a month more so hurry down if you get the chance...its not one to miss.

I See You

It's been a while since I've last posted on here, hectic festive period. But I thought I'd make my return with a post about the film of the year...Avatar. As a creative chap I was of course very eager to see this groundbreaking film. 10 years in the making and man was it worth it!

3D cinema has fully arrived with this blockbuster, and I think that this has changed cinema forever. Whilst Avatar wasn't consistently jumping out of the screen at you, I was fascinated by the depth on screen. During the forest explorations, it really felt like you were there. This engrossed the audience and resonated with the child like fantasy that still lies deep down within us all. This is a really rare quality to find.

The night scenes were simply visually stunning. A neon world of beauty and nature. It is without doubt the most impressive film I have ever seen in terms of aesthetics and effects. Unparalleled animation coupled with, in all honesty a really solid storyline as well. Every character was convincing, and it wasn't obvious what was going to happen right the way through.

I'm really excited to see what the future holds for this genre. The 3D experience can only escalate from here?