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Graduation Spotlight: Andersen Wood, Visualization

Once Andersen Wood arrived at Texas A&M, he said he had one mission: get involved and try as many things as possible. The Grapevine native did just that, and participated in an abundance of events and projects in the Visualization program in the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts. Wood’s initial interest in the program was sparked…

Institute For Applied Creativity’s ‘Field Of View’ Festival Celebrates Immersive 360-Degree Films From 12 Countries

The Institute for Applied Creativity is showcasing 360-degree films during its inaugural Field of View: 360 Video Festival on Dec. 2-7. The festival features 23 juried immersive films, created with 360-degree video technology, from 12 countries, along with nine invited films, sponsored by the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts and Igloo Vision. The films…

Visualization Students’ Works To Take Center Stage During Fall Show

The annual Viz Fall Show will showcase about 400 creative and immersive works by undergraduate and graduate students in the Visualization program on Tuesday at the Langford Architecture Center, Buildings B and C. Jill Honeycutt, instructional associate professor and senior associate program director in the Visualization program, said the event provides a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the “exceptional…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Comprehensive Examination Track

Comprehensive Examination Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTION The Comprehensive Examination is ideal for students who want to engage with a broad range of topics related to Performance Studies. Unlike regular final examinations, the Comprehensive Examination is not linked to any particular course but rather tests knowledge across courses. In that way, it certifies that students have achieved a core level of…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Performance and Portfolio Track

Performance and Portfolio Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTIONThe Performance and Portfolio Track offers a unique opportunity for students who want to combineperformance and analysis in a single final research project. Suitable performances include, but are notlimited to: Theatre Performance art Dance Music composition Audiovisual installation Curated exhibition Film Music video Multimedia/intermedia Soundtrack Online platform Body art Action poetry The Performance…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Thesis Track

Thesis Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTION The Thesis Track is the most writing-intensive of the three available tracks. A master’s thesis is similar to a doctoral dissertation, but it is generally shorter and more narrowly focused. For that reason, this track is strongly recommended for students interested in pursuing further research in a doctoral program. A thesis gives students the valuable…

Viz students nominated for top animation industry awards

Jon Reisch ’02, and Jose Luis “Weecho” Velasquez ‘10, were nominated for awards by the Visual Effects Society for their work on "Luca," and "Encanto," respectively.

Theatre Program Celebrates Successful Inaugural Production ‘SUPERHERO & SUPERHERO’

Texas A&M students explored heroism in a contemporary world in “SUPERHERO & SUPERHERO,” the inaugural production by the new Theatre program in the Texas A&M College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts. The three sold-out shows were held in the Black Box Theater in the Liberal Arts and Arts and Humanities Building Nov. 7-9. The comedic play was…

Choreography Event To Showcase Dance Students’ Work In Crafting All Aspects Of A Performance

The Dance Science program in the Texas A&M College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts, will debut 13 dance compositions entirely produced by students during four performances Nov. 21 through Nov. 23. Each performance will take place at the Dance Black Box Theater in the Physical Education Activity Program Building, Room 207. Tickets are $12; $7 for students…

Sony Electronics Selected To Provide Equipment And Technology For Virtual Production Institute

The College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts at Texas A&M University has selected Sony Electronics Inc. and its state-of-the-art equipment and technology for the emerging Virtual Production Institute. With its innovative Crystal LED panels, BURANO and VENICE 2 digital cinema cameras and professional monitors, Sony offers opportunities for students and industry partners to utilize cutting-edge technology,…