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Intopolis aims to turn video game conventions on their head. Players assume the role of an art historian from the distant future, tasked with finding patterns in detailed, otherworldly artworks. In this podcast, the extraordinary talent behind the game, Kirsten Zirngibl, gives a fascinating glimpse into how she’s translated her imagination into a tangible, explorable world. Kirsten discusses everything from her childhood in Ohio to her experiences working for companies including Google, Riot Games and Wizards of the Coast, as well as the real-world and virtual influences that have helped create Intopolis’s psychedelic visuals. She also offers insight into the array of technology she’s using to build her game’s environment, and gives her thoughts on why bright, positive worlds have never been more tempting.

Intopolis aims to turn video game conventions on their head. Players assume the role of an art historian from the distant future, tasked with finding patterns in detailed, otherworldly artworks. In this podcast, the extraordinary talent behind the game, Kirsten Zirngibl, gives a fascinating glimpse into how she’s translated her imagination into a tangible, explorable world. Kirsten discusses everything from her childhood in Ohio to her experiences working for companies including Google, Riot Games and Wizards of the Coast, as well as the real-world and virtual influences that have helped create Intopolis’s psychedelic visuals. She also offers insight into the array of technology she’s using to build her game’s environment, and gives her thoughts on why bright, positive worlds have never been more tempting.

Episode 310 - Kirsten Zirngibl - Concept Artist, Illustrator & Game Developer

Are you one of those creatives with 'Da Vinci Syndrome' who gets ideas faster than they can actually implement them? Good news! You're not alone. In fact, you're in very good company. In this inspiring, in-depth interview, artist Kirsten Zirngibl delves deep into the creative process and reveals the wide range of influences which inspire her to make art. She sheds light on the fascinating subjects of synesthesia, abstract and fractal art, sci-fi illustration, concept art and many more. And, she reveals how to get all those ideas out of your head and into production as visual art. So, if you've been looking for a deeper explanation of the creative process and what it really means to be an artist, you'll find plenty of food for thought here. Interview overview: [01:24 - 07:40] How does Kirsten describe her work and her influences? [07:50 - 11:20] What do the terms 'Synesthesia' and 'Ideasthesia' really mean [11:21 - 14:20] How can you learn to think more deeply about the creative process without over-analyzing things? [14:53 - 21:20] How do you carve out your own new genre as an artist and find your voice? [21:21 - 24:00] How can you find out more about singularity, smart matter and futurist thinking? [24:01 - 29:25] How do you get your ideas out to a wider audience? [29:26 - 42:24] How can you find the one thing that truly inspires you as an artist? Visit: https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast/ Email: mitch@pencilkings.com

Are you one of those creatives with 'Da Vinci Syndrome' who gets ideas faster than they can actually implement them? Good news! You're not alone. In fact, you're in very good company. In this inspiring, in-depth interview, artist Kirsten Zirngibl delves deep into the creative process and reveals the wide range of influences which inspire her to make art. She sheds light on the fascinating subjects of synesthesia, abstract and fractal art, sci-fi illustration, concept art and many more. And, she reveals how to get all those ideas out of your head and into production as visual art. So, if you've been looking for a deeper explanation of the creative process and what it really means to be an artist, you'll find plenty of food for thought here. Interview overview: [01:24 - 07:40] How does Kirsten describe her work and her influences? [07:50 - 11:20] What do the terms 'Synesthesia' and 'Ideasthesia' really mean [11:21 - 14:20] How can you learn to think more deeply about the creative process without over-analyzing things? [14:53 - 21:20] How do you carve out your own new genre as an artist and find your voice? [21:21 - 24:00] How can you find out more about singularity, smart matter and futurist thinking? [24:01 - 29:25] How do you get your ideas out to a wider audience? [29:26 - 42:24] How can you find the one thing that truly inspires you as an artist? Visit: <a href="https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast/</a> Email: mitch@pencilkings.com

PK127: Artist Kirsten Zirngibl on Da Vinci Syndrome, Synesthesia and Going Deeper With the Creative Process 