Extending XR workshops are fun and interactive sessions providing free technology skills training for people in Settle! Taking place at Settle Stories, Dawsons Court, Settle BD24 9ED on 30 June, 14 July and 21 July 2026, each two-hour workshop covers a different aspect of technology: 3D scanning, basic performance capture, and creating a virtual environment. The workshops aim to help participants develop skills and confidence to present their art or work in a new way and reach more people. Focused on an overarching theme of storytelling in a virtual world, all workshops use free software that participants can download and continue to use at home and a resource booklet is provided to support continued learning. Extending XR is funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
All equipment is provided and both daytime and evening sessions are available (2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm)
Workshop Two: Character animation and performance capture
Learn how to apply animations to a virtual character and record animations using a webcam and AI software to automate tasks and enhance efficiency. Participants will gain skills in the following software and technologies:
- Mixamo, a web-based library of 3D character animation
- Rokoko Vision, a free AI motion capture tool
- Blender, a free, 3D graphics software platform used for creating 3D art and animations.
Who is this for: Anyone with an interest in using motion capture and animation to bring physical objects or beings to life within a virtual environment.
Visit the XR Stories website to find out more and book your free place.
