York St John University students have impressed audiences with an innovative virtual reality (VR) experience in conjunction with the highly influential Aesthetica Art Prize 2023.
The VR exhibition at the York Theatre Royal was based on the work of the Aesthetica finalists. The students used innovative technology to create a unique fully immersive art experience, allowing visitors to explore a virtual world of stunning visuals and intricate details. It received widespread acclaim from audiences and the artists themselves.
The project, funded by XR Stories, gave students the opportunity to gain experience in working on a live project and working to an employer brief. It was created by students from a range of disciplines, including Games Design, Animation, and both the MA in VR and Augmented Reality and MA in Composition.
Read the full story here. https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2023/vr-showcase/