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Title:

Fly, Peacock, Fly: Generative Visuals Without a Line Of Code

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Organizer:
Mario Klingemann, Aviary
Description:
Are you a graphic designer but sometimes wished you were able to program so you can do more complex, generative designs? Then Peacock might be the right tool for you. Peacock is a free online visual laboratory which allows to "program" visuals without writing a single line of code by means of a node-based interface. In this talk you will learn how to work with nodes and how to take your graphic design a step further.
Questions
Answered:
  1. What are Aviary and Peacock?
  2. What is a node-based interface?
  3. What is a random seed and what do I need it for?
  4. How is this different from using Photoshop?
  5. How can I create almost infinite variations of my initial design?
  6. How can I create seamless patterns?
  7. How can I create a brush from a webcam?
  8. How can I create a green screen filter from scratch?
  9. How can I make thousands of particles look like my mother-in-law?
  10. How can I access other people's compositions?
Level:
Intermediate
Category:
New Technology / Next Generation
Type:
Solo
Event:
SXSW Interactive 2009
Tanya Hair
on 8/8/08
You got my vote.
Phil Scherer
on 8/8/08
Peacock is awesome and it seems to have grown so much already while still being in Beta. There is so much potential there...I'd guess you are already taking it places you didn't even now you would go. Thanks, Mario.
-Phischer
Drew Trujillo
on 8/8/08
I can't wait to see the latest stuff!
A Batc
on 8/8/08
Any next gen graphic design program that makes it simple for people to design complex art, opens up the possibilities for all the "average" people to easily get better and express their views on the same level as experts.
Mike Peutz
on 8/8/08
Five stars aren't enough.
Tyler Quiring
on 8/8/08
Peacock is one of the most versatile applications I have seen, ever!
Tyler Quiring
on 8/8/08
I am tdq11
Todd Lenhart
on 8/8/08
Peacock may be the greatest program, ever!

It is an excellent way of getting into node-based interfaces and is so versatile, that you can create almost anything.

Excellent work Mario!

-copper
Johnnie Manzari
on 8/8/08
5 stars. I'll be there.
Jane Sez
on 8/8/08
When something new comes along, and quickly becomes so indispensible that you cannot imagine doing without it... that's pure genius at work.
Luci Swim
on 8/8/08
Peacock is wonderful! I love its versatile interface and how it allows me to create pictures without having to draw. Keep it up, Mario!

GobbldyGook
Russ Unger
on 9/8/08
Fantastic! Glad to see a killa!
Lea Morrow
on 16/8/08
This is an awesome program!
Fay Baker
on 17/8/08
5 stars and wish I could be there to hear the talks.
rob pocock
on 19/8/08
5 stars ... sounds great.
nostradamamorgana avalon
on 28/8/08
5 *****
michael galpert
on 29/8/08
To learn more about peacock you can watch the videos here http://a.viary.com/blog/peacock
Bernard Hallaway
on 30/8/08
Aviary is brilliant! Go for it!
jay guy
on 31/5/09
5 starts too, will be a must see!
Essay help
on 7/8/09
i want to see this stuf!
iphone ringtone maker
on 13/11/09
I'd be super into learning from Kris. Dig it!
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