Alexey Kashpersky’s Digital Render of the HIV Virus is Intensely Real
Paul Maccarone — August 5, 2013 — Tech
References: mrriddick.cgsociety.org & designtaxi
Graham Johnson and Arthur Olson got together with ‘Autodesk’ in order to have a competition that essentially asked artists to create either a video or an image that is a digital render of the HIV virus. The eventual winner of the competition was Alexey Kashpersky, a Ukrainian designer that put forth an absolutely breathtaking digital render of the virus.
With such a microscopic virus, it was apparent that the render was going to need to be cast as if looking through the lens of a high-powered microscope or actually witnessing the virus from within the bloodstream. As such, Kashpersky had to first draw out his concept and then create more 3D renders using Z-Brush. The contest is a great way to not only provide some absolutely stunning renders, but to also spread more awareness about the rampant HIV virus.
With such a microscopic virus, it was apparent that the render was going to need to be cast as if looking through the lens of a high-powered microscope or actually witnessing the virus from within the bloodstream. As such, Kashpersky had to first draw out his concept and then create more 3D renders using Z-Brush. The contest is a great way to not only provide some absolutely stunning renders, but to also spread more awareness about the rampant HIV virus.
Trend Themes
1. Digital Virus Renders - The competition to create realistic digital renders of the HIV virus highlights the trend of using technology to visualize microscopic entities.
2. Microscopic Visualization - The use of high-powered microscopes and digital rendering techniques opens up opportunities for professionals in the field of scientific visualization.
3. Awareness Campaigns - Artistic competitions like this one create opportunities to raise awareness about important health issues, such as the HIV virus.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The field of art and design can leverage digital rendering techniques to create visually captivating representations of microscopic subjects.
2. Biotechnology - The biotechnology industry can benefit from advancements in microscopic visualization technology for research and development purposes.
3. Public Health - The public health sector can use art and design collaborations to create impactful awareness campaigns for health issues like HIV/AIDS.
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