Archive for July, 2007

Beautiful Things - Part Two

Thursday, July 5th, 2007

This piece of sexiness looks set to be the next big jump in gaming. It looks absolutely lovely, seems to be scarily interactive and reactive, and the game play appears to be thought through and well researched (that final point will need to be proved through, but we’ve got faith!)

Assassin’s Creed has already been feverishly discussed since early demos, particularly at last years E3 event. And more recently have started showing working demos of the game… which as you’ll see are pretty unbelievable.

Now I’ll have to buy a PS3. Anyhow, check out the official site for the flashy trailer, or check out the demo below.

Beautiful Things - Part One

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2007

A couple of posts on some good looking digital stuff about recently…

Alexander McQueen - continuing his blurring between technology and fashion - recently used a Musion Eyeliner System to materialise a life sized hologram of Kate Moss in the center of the show.

The system, as used by Gorillaz in their stage ‘appearances’, simulates the 3d by using a projector, a mirror and a form of semi transparent foil that sits at 45% degrees to the viewers. It’s a modern version of an old technique known as “Peppers Ghost” used in stage shows.

The output looks beautiful, particularly when crafted by Alexander (and containing Kate). Have a look for yourself: