Hydra is a platform for live coding visuals, inspired by analogue modular synthesis. It is built in javascript by Olivia Jack and can be extended through the use of custom image textures, videos and web cam inputs.
In this workshop, led by visual artist Antonio Roberts aka hellocatfood, you will be introduced to the basics of using Hydra, focusing on how image sources (oscillators, shapes, cameras, windows) can be transformed, modulated, and composited by chaining together different functions.
This workshop will also introduce you to the world of live coding, in which artists and musicians are creating performances through code. We will delve into the history of live coding and the many approaches for creating live coded audio visual performances. By the end of the workshop you will learn the skills needed to perform using Hydra. If you've ever been curious about using code to make visuals and have aspirations to perform at live coding events and Algoraves then this workshop is perfect for you.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Be introduced to the world of VJing and live visual performance
Learn how to make visuals using a javascript-inspired language, which has real-world
implications for learning web design
Consider how visuals can work together with music
Explore how code can be used to make art
Who is the workshop for?
These workshops are tailored for young people ages 16 to 25 years who are starting their careers. However we still welcome participants 25+. This is for individuals based in Redbridge.
What to bring?
Please bring a laptop or tablet. We have a limited number of laptops available for those who don’t have access to one and want to join.
We also ask participants to bring headphones with a microphone, this doesn’t have to be any high tech set, just something you use your phones with.