Explore the creation of a light painting installation in TouchDesigner through this 20-minute tutorial. Learn to isolate the brightest spots of an input video or webcam feed and transform them into geometry using TraceSOP. Discover how to generate trails, set up a simple render, add post-effects, and incorporate particle systems. Begin by setting up the installation, then progress to generating geometry from the brightest pixels. Master the technique of creating trail effects, followed by establishing a basic render setup. Enhance your project with post-effects and learn to integrate particle effects for added visual interest. Gain insights into additional TouchDesigner and immersive content resources to further your skills in interactive and immersive design.
Overview
Syllabus
- Creating a Light Painting Installation: Set Up
- Generating a Geometry from the Brightest Pixel
- Creating a Trail Effect
- Creating a Simple Render Setup
- Adding Post Effects
- Creating Particle Effects
- More TouchDesigner and Immersive Content
Taught by
The Interactive & Immersive HQ
