On May 18th, 2023, I presented a talk on Decolonizing Animation, where I showed some of my research on illuminating Quantum Theory with indigenous design. Have a look at the presentation below:
Ecstatic Truth is an annual symposium on animated documentary that takes place in a different country every year. We are interested in what animators and artists have to say about the work they make. This year, in conjunction with the Animation programme, it’s coming to Farnham! We have a different topic every year and this year’s theme is decolonisation.
What is decolonisation? In a nutshell, it is the idea that it might be possible to ‘unplug from the Matrix’ and find new ways to learn, think and act that are not imposed by dominant power structures.
How does that apply to animation? Our speakers will look at issues such as how to work collaboratively to tell stories of conflict or underrepresented peoples, how to counter bias in technology and whether animation can be used to express the voice and culture of indigenous peoples. There will be a range of approaches to making animation shown – from traditional drawn animation to the use of VR, AR, game engines, data and motion capture.
https://expandedanimation.net/2023/05/15/ecstatic-truth-vii-decolonising-animation/
http://www.birgittahosea.co.uk/