The Games Institute ADE Speaker Series Talk: Black Virtuality with A.M. Darke Watch Party
Event Description:
Across digital media, Black people are portrayed in ways that are derogatory and harmful – if we are depicted at all. The representation of afro-textured hair is noticeably limited, with options ranging from comically large afros, unstyled ‘dread’ locs, and misshapen cornrows. Through projects like ‘Ye or Nay?’ and the Open Source Afro Hair Library, artist A.M. Darke explores the consumption of Black bodies and the construction of a Black virtuality. In this talk, Darke shares a critical and liberatory approach for engaging marginalized communities in games and digital media.
All are welcome, and there will be snacks :).
No registration required for the watch party.
Monday, September 25th, 2023. 1:00pm – 2:00pm.
TAG Lab – EV 11.435
1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd, West