This study examines TikTok, a social media video platform, through the lens of film theory and cu... more This study examines TikTok, a social media video platform, through the lens of film theory and cultural analysis. It investigates the role of play and dynamic editing in short-form video content. The analysis explores how rapid-fire video editing and remix culture contribute to the unique aesthetic and social dynamics of TikTok. This study is based on interviews and video examples from top content creators, and leverages Bordwell's theory of an “intensification of established [cinematic] techniques" alongside Caillois' study of play and games. Utilizing a novel metaphorical framework, the study presents TikTok as a “virtual playground" where classic playground equipment parallels concepts of TikTok video creation. -- Ethan Kurzrock 2019
Interviewed Bryan Smaller, a digital intermediate colorist at Company 3, about the role of music ... more Interviewed Bryan Smaller, a digital intermediate colorist at Company 3, about the role of music video content in driving visual aesthetics and trends. His collaborations with Ariana Grande generated iconic images and color grading styles.
Connecting landscape architecture and new media art, this video essay analyzes works by landscape... more Connecting landscape architecture and new media art, this video essay analyzes works by landscape architect Lawrence Halprin (1916-2009) and identifies contemporary media art projects implementing Halprin's strategies. Halprin's iconic landscapes including Freeway Park in Seattle, Ira Keller Fountain and Lovejoy Fountain in Portland, and Levi's Plaza in San Francisco are included along with works by curated artists, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Davide Quayola, Random International, Haubitz + Zoche, Nadine Schutz, and Isabelita Virtual. With the proliferation of video projection, screens, and outdoor installations in cities, there is much to learn from this revolutionary landscape architect.
This study examines TikTok, a social media video platform, through the lens of film theory and cu... more This study examines TikTok, a social media video platform, through the lens of film theory and cultural analysis. It investigates the role of play and dynamic editing in short-form video content. The analysis explores how rapid-fire video editing and remix culture contribute to the unique aesthetic and social dynamics of TikTok. This study is based on interviews and video examples from top content creators, and leverages Bordwell's theory of an “intensification of established [cinematic] techniques" alongside Caillois' study of play and games. Utilizing a novel metaphorical framework, the study presents TikTok as a “virtual playground" where classic playground equipment parallels concepts of TikTok video creation. -- Ethan Kurzrock 2019
Interviewed Bryan Smaller, a digital intermediate colorist at Company 3, about the role of music ... more Interviewed Bryan Smaller, a digital intermediate colorist at Company 3, about the role of music video content in driving visual aesthetics and trends. His collaborations with Ariana Grande generated iconic images and color grading styles.
Connecting landscape architecture and new media art, this video essay analyzes works by landscape... more Connecting landscape architecture and new media art, this video essay analyzes works by landscape architect Lawrence Halprin (1916-2009) and identifies contemporary media art projects implementing Halprin's strategies. Halprin's iconic landscapes including Freeway Park in Seattle, Ira Keller Fountain and Lovejoy Fountain in Portland, and Levi's Plaza in San Francisco are included along with works by curated artists, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Davide Quayola, Random International, Haubitz + Zoche, Nadine Schutz, and Isabelita Virtual. With the proliferation of video projection, screens, and outdoor installations in cities, there is much to learn from this revolutionary landscape architect.
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