Touch Designer 101 with Kashi Saloni
Try out node-based visual design with this beginner-friendly class on TouchDesigner and creative technology.
What is TouchDesigner? TouchDesigner is a visual development platform that equips you with the tools you need to create stunning realtime projects and rich user experiences. Whether you're creating interactive media systems, architectural projections, live music visuals, or rapid-prototyping your latest ideas, TouchDesigner is the platform that can do it all. Check out more TouchDesigner projects here!
In this workshop you will create unique, custom visuals using TouchDesigner and learn the basics of the software. You’ll leave with knowledge of TouchDesigner fundamentals, as well as a project file, video animation, and high quality print to take home.
This session provides a step-by-step introductory workshop to get familiar with creating visuals on TouchDesigner. You’ll learn how to use operators to build your own network for visual outputs, and get familiar with creative technology.
Leave with a TouchDesigner visual print and animation that you created through creative coding and an understanding of how to create future projects.
About the Instructor: Kashi Saloni is an artist and educator whose work bridges design, upcycling, and creative technology. She has led workshops at the People’s Forum, Playground BK, and the City College of New York.
Materials Provided:
Step-by-step TouchDesigner instruction
Acetate and cardstock paper for custom prints
Students should bring: Their laptops!
What You’ll Leave With:
Introductory skills of TouchDesigner for future projects
A unique visual animation
High quality, custom prints of your artwork
About Kiki and Bouba Craft Lab: Kiki and Bouba is an experimental craft lab run out of our private studio in East Williamsburg. Artists ourselves, we spend our days tinkering so we can bring you exciting, new crafts you won't find anywhere else. Our classes are intentionally very small so you'll have your instructor's attention throughout the class. Questions are welcome at every step.
What to Expect at Our Workshops: This is not a paint-and-sip. We specialize in 2–4 hour workshops that teach you the fundamentals of skills that have taken us years to hone. Classes are skill-intensive and hands-on, with a small seat capacity so everyone gets the attention they need. Come ready to embrace the learning curve. The skills and satisfaction you walk away with are always worth it.
Refund Policy: Kiki & Bouba Craft Lab is a small, artist-run studio led by just the two of us, Adrianna and Zolzaya. Every ticket directly supports the materials, space, fees, and care that go into each workshop. Because of this, all ticket purchases are final and non-refundable, so we encourage you to book thoughtfully. If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to pass your spot along to a friend. Just email us at kikiandboubacraftlab@gmail.com so we can update the registration.
Photography & Video Notice: We take photos and videos at our workshops for promotional use. By purchasing a ticket, you consent to being recorded and potentially featured in future marketing materials. If you prefer to not be included, please let us know in writing prior to your class. Thank you so much!
Please Note: Participants will receive a liability waiver by email before the class begins, required to be completed prior to class. Please arrive on time to maximize your making time.