Crocheted Computer Graphics - Exploring 3D Art and Textile Connections

Explore the fascinating intersection of 3D graphics and textile art in this 10-minute conference talk by Patrick Stefaniak. Delve into the artist's MFA thesis exhibition, CLOTH^3, which showcases a unique blend of videogame design, giant crocheted sculptures, and 3D prints. Discover the historical and material connections between computer graphics and textile crafts, tracing back to early computing devices like the Jacquard loom and hand-made circuits. Learn how a craft-based approach to videogame design can challenge traditional gender roles in programming and crocheting, opening up new possibilities for creative expression and play. Gain insights from Stefaniak's diverse background in Digital Art, Creative Technology, and his ongoing MFA studies as he discusses his multidisciplinary approach to exploring rendering, perception, labor, queerness, and fun through various mediums.