THEME: Social Media: Unplugged

“If you make customers unhappy in the physical world, they might each tell 6 friends. If you make customers unhappy on the Internet, they can each tell 6,000 friends.”

– Jeff Bezos, CEO at Amazon.com

The impact of the Internet and social media is undeniable. Social media has become a regular part of our lives and has connected us all through tools such as Facebook, Linked In and Twitter. Almost every web offering has a social component. We now sit at the center of our worlds, connected to others through a complex social web.

Challenge:

Design a non-digital multi-player game for no more than 6 players, where those players build social networks. Your game may include fictional characters or real-life famous people like actors and rock stars. The goal and objectives are up to you.

For more pictures and updates, visit: http://blog.scad.edu/generate/category/interactive-design-and-game-development/

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Prof. Spencer delivered an inspirational speech about the art of non-digital game making.

Prize sponsored by Giga Bites Cafe (also 3 SIEGE 2011 conference tickets await)

These are the basic ingredients for the game pie, and now just need to add brain juices.

http://blog.scad.edu/generate/about/

A 24 hour art challenge at SCAD-Atlanta

10am September 30th thru 10am October 1st, 2011
SCAD Atlanta

Think you’re tough? Are you a creative mastermind? Do you think you have what it takes to pull off artistic wizardry under impossible deadlines? Then clear your schedule and let’s see what you’re made of.

Led by faculty, students from multiple disciplines endeavor to create completed works of art during this 24 hour art marathon. The event begins promptly at 10am on Friday, Sept. 30th. Participants should bring their own art supplies, but coffee and food will be provided throughout the night.

Challenges are offered in a variety of disciplines, across many majors. Check the challenges tab to determine what category is the best fit for you. Email your faculty leaders with any questions. There will be prizes and giveaways and in some cases showings for those who can complete their artwork.

Can you generate?

“Black Bottom Parade”, a SCAD student project (by Bianca Gee, Charlie Trippe, Daniel Plemmons, Erin Hanlon, Jonathan Justice and Yuki Yamadamade) made IndieCade 2011 finallist.

http://www.siegecon.net/SIEGE2011/

Announcing the 5th annual Southern Interactive Entertainment and Game Expo (SIEGE) hosted by the Georgia Game Developers Association (GGDA). Scheduled for Oct. 7 – 9, 2011, at the Atlanta Marriott NW – Atlanta, GA, SIEGE focuses on the fast-growing video game industry in the southeast.

As the South’s leading gaming and interactive conference, SIEGE brings together professionals, academics, executives, government officials and more from across the region to celebrate the world of gaming. SIEGE’s speakers include leading figures from a wide spectrum of the industry, including artists, programmers, designers, writers, teachers and business executives. Special events include keynote speeches, dynamic panels, a mini-incubator, parties, networking events, and a student fair for high school students and others looking for colleges. 

For more information, please contact: info@siegecon.net