Tuba Goose

Tuba Goose

Jonathan Welch

MFA Digital Animation and Interactive Media, 2018

 

Abstract:

I am interested in the composition of a form that blends cinematic animation, interactive media, and literature in a complementary way, and the development of a logical structure that can inform the analysis and construction of narrative regardless of medium. My approach is rooted in the established philosophies of the mediums, understood through a common logical linguistic form developed by J.L. Austin. The theory and approach are explored through the creation of a thesis project, Tuba-Goose, which is a user driven animation with qualities of a bedtime story. The text, animated characters, and live action in Tuba-Goose share a platform through camera movement, turning pages, and touch screen in a way that I am working to compile seamlessly and coherently. The final product is intended as an emotionally complex artifact that children and parents will find meaningful to share together. My research yields revelations into narrative creation and analysis on platforms that have yet to be envisioned.

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Jonathan Welch

Jonathan Welch is a curJonathan Welch has a BFA in Art and Technology from the Ohio State University, and a professional background in sound and lighting. Between undergraduate and graduate school, he was a substitute teacher for Columbus City Schools, taught holography as a lecturer at OSU, and Adobe Flash game development at Summerberg Summer Camp.

Website: jwelchmedia.blogspot.com