Tech Art Fest

Feb 21-23, 2025 Basildon, Essex

TECH ART FEST

A weekend of artist-led workshops, talks and installations exploring the intersection between tech and art in collaboration with Creative Tech Fest Basildon.

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TECH ART FEST 2025 EVENTS

FRIDAY 21ST FEBRUARY

17:00 - 22:00 TAF Launch Party

Celebrate the launch of the first-ever Tech Art Fest at this opening event featuring a private viewing of the Future Arts Exhibition and Music Generator.

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SATURDAY 22ND FEBRUARY

All day Future Arts Exhibition

Experience a curated showcase of immersive works blending art and technology. Drop in to explore interactive installations, digital creations, and thought-provoking projects that redefine creativity.

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11:00 - 13:00 Artist Demos

Join artist director Nikki Watson and other featured artists as they present their work. Expect immersive demos and accessible tours.

13:00 - 14:30 AlgoRave Workshop

Join Frazer Merrick for a live coding music and visuals workshop.

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16:00 - 19:00 A brief for approachable game design - Artist Talk & Networking Social

Join Alexander Johansson and explore how the gaming industry can expand its horizons by designing experiences for new and overlooked audiences.

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SUNDAY 23RD FEBRUARY

All day Future Arts Exhibition

Experience a curated showcase of immersive works blending art and technology. Drop in to explore interactive installations, digital creations, and thought-provoking projects that redefine creativity.

Full artist line-up available through Saturday's programme listing.

11:00 - 13:00 Artist Demos

Join Festival organiser Connor Turansky and other featured artists as they present their work. Expect immersive demos and accessible tours.

13:00 - 14:30 Build you Dreamstrument Workshop (SOLD OUT)

Build your Dreamstrument. What does your dream instrument look like, sound like and how do you play it? Join Nat Whitney to explore.

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16:00 - 19:00 Prosthetic Futures - Artist Talks & Networking Social

Join visual artist, researcher and GP Simon Hall for a fascinating talk on reimagining reconstructive prosthetics through emerging technologies, collaboration and innovative design.

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Organiser Bio

Connor Turansky is a visual artist and educator who creates interactive experiences, builds worlds, and designs mechanical contraptions. With an MA in photographic art, he explores intersections between photographic methodology and technology. Connor collaborates with community organisations, leads the University of Westminster’s Emerging Media Space, and exhibits across the UK.