Tuesday, November 18, 2008

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General Information

Interactive media and environment (IME) is an inter-disciplinary studio programme
for experimental art research; through media and computer generated art.

The program includes development of digital art in performances, sculpture, installations, interactive events, moving images and sound; realized through for example web based
works, artistic software development, video, (3D) computer animations, digital imaging.
This can lead towards specific programming and electronics; as well as to exploring our
perception in relation to daily used applications such a video, blog, Ipod, mobile.
As visionary story-tellers participants are stimulated to explore new technologies in the
context of a hybrid and changing environment.

The program includes knowledge and reflection on (computer-mediated) art
and media theory; and theoretical, technological and scientific developments.
Media art is now being created in relation to digital communication, artificial life,
algorithmic art, nano-technology, artificial intelligence, and as yet unknown technologies.
Participants are challenged to investigate the intersections of art, technology and science,
and thus become acquainted with contents and contexts creating a changing relation to the traditional definition of art.

About the programme
The works of the participating professionals are backed up by reflection and art theoretical
depth. The complexity of (interactive) media practice requires clear structures in which skills,
knowledge and vision come together. Participants choose their combination of disciplines,
deepen their own skills and collaborations in which they direct others, and in which the
institute can facilitate. Theoretical skills will be developed through both written text as well
as debate. The program includes visits and participation in (international) art shows and
conferences.

Students participating in the program form a learning community; including teachers and
former students. In order to make as effective use as possible of this knowledge network
the Frank Mohr Institute has developed a wiki site where staff and students can share
information.