We Are the Next Generation Talks on BUMP Festival
BUMP is a one-day creative conference on june 21, that combines top speakers with a great atmosphere. With talks on design, motion graphics, creative coding and technological innovation!
We are also once again filling a time slot with 3 WE ARE THE NEXT GENERATION talks! Short talks by promising young designers graduated from respected international design schools.
Program
- 9:00: Doors open
- 10:00: Welcome speech
- 10:15: Opening titels by Sehsucht
- Quinten Delaheye developed a passion for motion and digital art while studying Devine at Howest. After his studies, he did an internship in motion/animation at Territory Studios in London. He continued his love for motion design in Belgium, where he worked on explainer videos, animated branding and visuals for live events and museums at studios such as Alph and Whojo. In 2019, he joined Sehsucht Berlin, where he continues to work as a 2D/3D motion generalist. He and his team at Sehsucht are excited to present the Opening Titles of BUMP2024 and look forward to sharing their stories and creations, hoping to inspire others.
- 11:00: Trend forecaster Annie Corser
- Annie is a trend forecaster, cultural analyst, editor and writer. As Senior Trends Editor, Pop Culture & Media at Stylus Innovation & Advisory, she leads on decoding trends and developing insights into social media and Internet culture, entertainment and music. She helps brands and companies understand and connect with audiences, communities and consumers around the world.
- 12:00: Hello I'm Flo, interactive motion designer
- Florent began his career in 2010 as a graphic designer, focusing on Motion Design, animation and Title Design. He is passionate about images and always looking for new inspiration. His artistic approach is characterized by experimentation and combining different visual media. Since 2018, he has also been exploring the world of interactive experiences, aiming to provide surprising and memorable experiences through interactive installations.
- 12:45: Free lunch
- 14:30: TBA
- 15:30: TBA
- 16:15: Ice cream by Whojo.be
- 16:45: WE ARE THE NEXT GENERATION powered by Designregio Kortrijk
- During BUMP, we organize with Designregio Kortrijk the "WE ARE THE NEXT GENERATION" talks, where promising young designers, graduates of renowned international schools, give a lecture or workshop about their research.
Giusy Amoroso
Giusy Amoroso is an award-winning Italian digital artist and Director based in Berlin, Germany. Her passion for computers and technology began in early childhood, where she immersed herself in video games and fantasy worlds.
She pursued her interest by studying design and eventually earned a master’s degree in CGI and VFX for film post-production. Giusy brings her imaginative concepts and fantastical creatures to life using a diverse range of techniques, including VR, XR, 3D sculpting, immersive experiences, animation, and 3D painting.
Her work has been prominently featured in large festivals, musical events, and digital art institutions. From immersive installations to festival stages, Giusy’s exploration and research resonates in diverse settings. Her contributions to the intersection of technology and art are evident in the widespread showcasing of her innovative work. Her research focuses on exploring organic shapes and alternative representations of reality, drawing inspiration from nature, video games, and human anatomy.
Throughout her career, Giusy has collaborated with notable musicians, brands, and music labels such as Harper’s Bazaar, Afterlife, Anyma, Riot Games, Mozilla Firefox, Reebok, MISBHV, Cartoon Network, Sony Music, Nike SB x Travis Scott, Dixon, Tale of Us, Anfisa Letyago, and many more.
Spacebroth
SpaceBroth is a London-based experimental design studio working in the realms of performance, interiors, exhibitions, and objects. Founded by partners Bori Kovács and Jack Headford in 2021, following many years working in a variety of design industries together, with renowned designers on projects spanning interiors, architecture, exhibitions, large-scale art, and performance, including close association with artist Es Devlin. SpaceBroth is a platform for expressing ideas surrounding the human experience and connection to the living planet. Their work questions humans’ trajectory through material and spatial exploration, which strives to provide the best in ethical and environmentally conscious design.
- 17:45: Director en designer Gavin Strange AKA Jamfactory
- Director and designer at Aardman, overnight pursuer of passion projects under the pseudonym Jamfactory. Book author, keynote speaker and quirky music maker.
- 18:45: Afterparty
- The day ends with an after party, location TBA
- The day ends with an after party, location TBA
