I had an online interaction with Aluta Null, a glitch and digital artist who also identifies as a game designer. We spoke about their transformative residency at BubblegumClub, which was pivotal for their development, providing studio space, and opportunities for collaboration and artistic innovation. Null shared insights into their creative practice, influenced by internet subcultures…
The term ‘machinima’ describes the use of real time computer graphics engines to create cinematic productions. Machinima is a portmanteau of the words “machine” and “cinema” and is one of the more practical examples of collaboration between technology and longform art. I came across this term and description as I was researching film director Sheetal…
“Everyone is becoming a gamer, even if they don’t self-describe as gamers. There is now less of a stigma to playing games, and it’s no longer seen as a ‘guilty pleasure.” Casey Chafkin, cofounder of Skillz. “Gaming is no longer relegated to the basement. I’d like to say that it’s had it’s coming out of…
Having been captivated by the world of gaming from when he received a PlayStation for his 7th birthday, Cukia Kimani knew that he wanted to be part of that world. “From the moment I put it on and saw the magic on the screen, I knew I had to become one of those magicians making…
