AI & VR Art: in Space - Yarra Ranges Tech School

Maximum Number of Students

Duration

1 Day 9:30 – 2:30

Curriculum Areas

7 – 10 – Visual Art
7 – 10 – VCD
VCE – VCD

Description

What is an art space, and what could it be in the age of artificial intelligence and virtual reality?

In this innovative, future-focused program, students imagine themselves curating an art exhibition in space. Through a fusion of creative exploration, digital tools, and immersive technologies, students reimagine what art can be and how it might be experienced beyond Earth. Students explore AI tools to generate, refine, and enhance original digital artworks. They learn how to integrate their creative vision with technical design skills, producing eye-catching visuals such as posters or concept art. These activities introduce students to the role of algorithms and machine learning in creative processes.

As the day progresses, the focus shifts to immersive design. Working in pairs, students use VR software to build interactive 3D environments and virtual reality art installations. They experiment with form, colour, sound, and spatial storytelling, developing collaborative and innovative thinking skills. The day culminates in a virtual gallery showcase, where students curate and present their work for peer feedback and audience reflection.

Learning Outcomes

Understand how emerging technologies like AI and VR are reshaping contemporary
Apply AI and VR tools to design and produce immersive digital artworks.
Critically evaluate the social, ethical, and cultural implications of technology-driven art.
Develop communication skills by curating and presenting digital work in a virtual gallery setting.
Present and critique digital artworks by providing constructive feedback to peers.

Career Paths

Graphic designer
Product designer
Virtual reality designer
Interactive media designer
3D animator

Tertiary Options

Certificate IV in Design
Certificate IV in Visual Arts
Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
Diploma of Graphic Design
Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development
Bachelor of Design (Digital Media) (RMIT)
Bachelor of Computer Science (AI) (Monash)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Melb Uni / RMIT)

Before your visit

Yarra Ranges Tech School has pre-work and post-work developed specifically for each program. We suggest reviewing and implementing these resources to enhance your curriculum and support alignment with the Victorian 2.0 curriculum.

Pre & Post Work

Pre Work – Student Handout

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