For this project I created an air traffic data visualization for a custom media display at Airbus headquarters. Using an online data set, I translated a spreadsheet of latitude and longitude coordinates and flight times into a 3D animation using Houdini. I researched and found the equation needed to convert a flat earth model from NASA into 3D cartesian space. The visualization was surprisingly accurate and shows the power not only of what can be done with real data but how data can also be beautiful.
For another component of the installation I advised and helped design the physical structure for a projection mapping experience. I also created the pixel map templates for designers to create sympathetic animations to the sculpture and advised in the capacity of real time rendering.
Roles: Technical Director, 3D Artist, Animator, Renderer
Studio: Leviathan
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CREDITS
LEVIATHAN
Creative Director: Kyle Shoup
Producer: James Turek
Co-Producer: Gina Giambalvo
Sr. Engineer: Adam Berg
Technical Director: Bradon Webb
Programming and IT: David Braun and Lucas Schira
Design: Alexis Copeland, Gareth Fewel, Marco Giampaolo and Anthony Malagutti
2D Animation: Nik Braatz
3D Modeling: Andrew Butterworth, Jesus Bibian Jr. and Tobias Mattner
3D Animation: Nathan Davies and Casey Hupke
Sound Design: Lucas Schira
Executive Producer: Chad Hutson
Executive Creative Director: Jason White
CASE STUDY
Editor: Kirill Mazor
Design: Gareth Fewel and Catherine Kim
Producers: Gina Giambalvo and Erica Grubman
3D Animation: Andrew Butterworth and Nathan Davies
Color: Tom Rovak
Sound Design: Dustin Camilleri
Soundtrack: Marmoset
PARTNERS
Brand Agency: Hornall Anderson
Architects: VOA Associates
A/V Integration: Avidex
Additional Interactives: Schema Design
Strategy Agency: Glover Parker Group
Exhibit Fabrication: Xibitz