Creating 3D environments with Neural Radiance Fields (NERF)

In this workshop we will leverage exciting AI technology to recreate 3d space by capturing images and light. This technique allows us to create realistic scenes where light moves and shifts organically. We will begin with using this method in it's conventional form, from these tests we will explore how to manipulate the technology to create unique 3d environments and fields of light.

Workshop Prerequisites

• A Laptop with Windows or Mac OS (newer versions preferred)
• Google Colab or a computer with a NVIDA GPU

Interested participants without access to this equipment may email education@interaccess.org to inquire about renting equipment provided by InterAccess. Access to equipment is provided on a first-come-first-serve basis and is not guaranteed.

Please make sure to prepare and test out this setup well before the workshop. If you run into any issues with installing or using this software, contact education@interaccess.org for troubleshooting advice.

About the Facilitator

Dan Tapper is an artist and creative technologist interested in the intersection between information and experience. His explorations use scientific methods alongside thought experiments that result in rich sonic and visual worlds.

His current projects include building sonic VR environments and using machine learning to create new forms of divination.

Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop or require additional support, please contact us at education@interaccess.org.

Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy: Please email education@interaccess.org to request a refund. We are unable to accommodate attendee cancellations or refunds less than 1 week prior to a workshop or event. InterAccess reserves the right to cancel or reschedule this workshop if necessary.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

We regret that at this time InterAccess does not have barrier-free access; we are currently working to improve the accessibility of all facilities.

There are five steps up to our main entrance, with automatic doors. Once inside all facilities are on the same level, and there is an accessible single-user washroom inside the unit.

COVID-19 INFORMATION

For indoor events, InterAccess strongly encourages all attendees to wear masks/face-coverings to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission and to ensure the continued health and safety of staff, facilitators, and fellow attendees.

We ask that staff and participants screen themselves for COVID-19 symptoms before visiting our space.