Immersion and Expression at the School of Digital Arts (SODA) at Manchester Metropolitan University

What are the criteria when designing image or sound or audio-visual interfaces with a view on improving wellbeing and how do we evaluate success?

Join us for an intriguing exploration into the world of audio-visual interfaces and their profound impact on wellbeing. This event is a unique opportunity to delve into the design and evaluation of interfaces, focusing on criteria for improvement and success. How do artistic elements contribute to wellbeing, and what is the route to a meaningful impact?

From L to R: A. van ’t Klooster, Neil Bruce, Pippa Anderson, Robyn Dowlen

Schedule

13:05 - Welcome

• Dr. A. van ’t Klooster (SODA) 

13:10 – Sound and wellbeing: How can VR tools be used to study mindfulness techniques? 

• Dr. Neil Bruce (SODA)

13:30 –  Voice controlled VR art interfaces: Can VR art be a route to improving wellbeing? Introducing VRoar and the AudioVirtualizer, two immersive VR art interfaces that can be used in live voice improvisation, which can be downloaded free from here and experienced on a Quest2 headset. 

• Dr. Adinda van ’t Klooster (SODA) 

13:50 – Demonstration of the VRoar Interface 

• Pippa Anderson (Voice Specialist)

14:05 – Restoring the voice 

• Pippa Anderson (Voice Specialist)

14:25 – Musical Moments – understanding wellbeing from an ‘in the moment’ perspective 

• Dr. Robyn Dowlen (University of Manchester)  

14:45 – Panel discussion and Q+A with the audience

15:00 – Refreshments and Networking  

To confirm your attendance, please RSVP by registering on our Eventbrite page. Spaces are limited, so please register ASAP to avoid disappointment.

If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact SODAforBusiness@mmu.ac.uk..