In today’s post we will be going over some simple techniques that can help out when looking to create background and content visuals. These can be especially useful when running against the clock, and despite being “simple” networks the results can be quite charming.
Community
Unreal Engine can now both receive and send DMX, allowing it to be used for ultra realistic previz and testing or even for controlling fixtures in real-time.
Get DMX into Unreal Engine from TouchDesigner
I have now finally reached the CHOP section in the youtube video "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero with Examples and Assigments" by Acrylicode and I see this is the part where Touchdesigner separates the men(artists) from the boys(programmers).
My Learning Journey 03 - Okay, CHOPs make my head hurt a little
Back in December, Derivative released its 2023 Official update. There are many fun new features in the new build and some things you need to be aware of. The Interactive & Immersive HQ is here to catch you up on all the recent highlights. To continue reading this post, click here.
TouchDesigner 2023 Official Updates
Projects in TouchDesigner are often based on timelines. Whether it is having particles relate to a soundtrack or having a moment in a video triggering an action, it is essential to have a way to sync your actions to a timeline.
Timecode CHOP in TouchDesigner
The release of the 2023.10000 Series of TouchDesigner brought with it a slew of exciting changes, one of which is a notable update for Sequential Parameters, which includes support for creating custom sequential parameters.
Sequential Parameters in TouchDesigner
The Table DAT operator in TouchDesigner stands out as a remarkably versatile tool for organizing and manipulating data in immersive projects.
Table DAT Operator in TouchDesigner
What do you do when you’ve deployed a project on-site and want to make sure it’s still running? Or perhaps check up on its performance, up time, or any other number of important components? Maybe you’re just looking to receive information from an internet-connected sensor for your project?
Setting Up Your First MQTT Server for Immersive System Communication
The solid communal energy in this field is an aspect that separates TouchDesigner from other software. There are constantly new Tox files being shared and new ones being found. We’re back again with more community assets you should add to your toolkit! To continue reading this post, click here.
TouchDesigner Community Tools (Part 2)
Among the numerous new features of TouchDesigner is a long-requested addition: official support for the Apple ProRes codec in the Movie File In and Movie File Out TOPs.
Apple ProRes Codec in TouchDesigner
In February 2022, the Interactive & Immersive HQ published its first artist-inspired TouchDesigner tutorial, Generative Kandinsky in TouchDesigner. In this blog, we highlight some of the most-watched videos from the series and the artist on which each tutorial is based.
Artist-Inspired TouchDesigner Tutorial Highlights
This beginner guide will not only show you the operator but some features of the operator that should be noted. This blog will glance at different operators that will spark curiosity for deeper personal exploration. To continue reading this post, click here.
Useful TouchDesigner Operators: TOPs
Have you mastered TouchDesigner 2D textures and TOPs and are interested in working in 3D? You can generate, import, modify and combine 3D geometry in the SOP (Surface Operator) family. This blog will let you know what SOPs you should know and the benefits and drawbacks of working with them.
Useful TouchDesigner Operators: SOPs
Did you download the latest TouchDesigner build but are not sure what the new updates are? Here are the highlights of the most recent TouchDesigner build. To continue reading this post, click here.
Latest TouchDesigner Update 2022.33910
Are you curious about working with lasers and want to understand the process? Or do you have a Pangolin Laser System and want to know how to use it in TouchDesigner? It can be overwhelming to know where to start when working with lasers.
Intro to Laser Show Projection in TouchDesigner
Continuing on in my learning with "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero" by AcrylicCode on youtube, I did not expect us to be jumping to 3d objects so soon, but I'm very excited to so. Most of the operators relating to 3D objects are SOPs, and a new category called COMPS.
My Learning Journey 04 - Now we're in 3d!!!
One of the latest additions to our creative arsenal is Bitwig and its seamless integration with our beloved software: TouchDesigner. In this blog post we’ll be taking a closer look at how this connection works, and what possibilities it has to offer for all audiovisual artists!
TouchDesigner and Bitwig Integration through TDBitwig
I am continuing to work on my learning with "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero with Examples and Assignments" YouTube video by AcrylicCode. The 3D section appears to have two assignments, so I'm getting a little more time to experiment with the 3D shapes.
My Learning Journey 05 - More 3D shapes and properties!
There are different ways to send values externally to a TouchDesigner network. You can use a different TouchDesigner network with a Touch Out or OSC operator or even an OSC output app, such as TouchOSC. Yet what if you want to use a web-based application to send values?
Remote-RED with TouchDesigner
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