The history of early cinema created visual magic through physical means and camera technique; this is the body of work we seek to emulate in exploring modern-day practical and robotic effects technique.

Early Cinema

Astronomer

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Mechanical Video Theater

William Kentridge - Moderna Museet

William Kentridge – Moderna Museet

kentridge-photo-059-062Visual Abstractions

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Otto Piene Hängende Lichtkugel, 1972 chrome-plated brass 89 3/8 x 27 1/2 inches (227 x 70 cm) SW 10056

Otto Piene
Hängende Lichtkugel, 1972
chrome-plated brass
89 3/8 x 27 1/2 inches (227 x 70 cm)
SW 10056

Practical Effects

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voyage

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