Sechelt Library: Capilano Universe Speaker Series: Animating Ghosts with William Morrison

Explore how generative AI and visual effects can revive surrealist stories from historical archives in “Animating Ghosts.” Through live demos and interdisciplinary film, music, and dance work, this presentation demonstrates how forgotten voices can be brought back to life.

This presentation examines how generative AI and visual effects can be utilized to convey surrealist narratives derived from historical archives, reviving forgotten voices and stories — a process referred to as “Animating Ghosts.” It also introduces the foundations of generative AI and highlights how its applications vary across different creative contexts. It also showcases interdisciplinary work spanning film, music, dance and historical narrative, featuring screening clips that illustrate the intersections between these mediums and the real-world connections formed through their creation.

The presentation will feature live demonstrations that animate archival photographs in real-time. No prior experience with AI or visual effects is required.

Learn more about William Morrison here.

Wednesday, March 25, 7:00-8:45pm on Zoom

Online Registration Required:
https://capu.zoom.us/meeting/register/VckSp1oYSmKPY9M51_yTsw. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

For more information: https://www.capilanou.ca/student-services/community/get-involved/community-programs–lectures/capilano-universe/