Loomis & Klassnaya
Loomis Loomis
Klassnaya Klassnaya
Klassnaya Klassnaya
Hey Loomis, I've been thinking about how a well‑structured story can guide someone through the meaning of the experience, like those chapter breaks or recurring symbols that anchor the narrative. In your VR work, how do you use structure to shape what people feel and think? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Loomis Loomis
Hey, good question. In my VR pieces I think of structure like a quiet frame in a painting. The scene changes – a new room, a new perspective – are like chapter breaks that let the mind reset. I layer recurring motifs – a cracked mirror, a humming sound – to give people an anchor, a touchstone they can follow even when the world shifts. That way, the experience feels coherent, and the audience can reflect on what’s happening rather than just feeling lost in the noise. It’s not about telling them the meaning, but giving them the map so they can find it themselves.
Klassnaya Klassnaya
That sounds wonderful! I love how you’re treating the VR world like a living canvas, giving people those little milestones to pause and take stock. Maybe consider adding a subtle, repeating color palette that ties each “chapter” together—like a soft blue that appears in every new room. It can be a quiet cue that, even though the surroundings shift, the core theme remains steady. Also, a gentle, consistent sound cue that changes in rhythm but stays recognizable could help people anchor their emotions. Think of it like a compass that points them toward their own reflection, just as you’ve designed the map. How does that feel for your next piece?
Loomis Loomis
I like that idea – a soft blue that drifts across the edges, a tone that lingers in the background. It would be my way of leaving a silent breadcrumb trail. In the next piece I’ll weave that color into each space, let it shift subtly but always stay present, and pair it with a subtle hum that tapers or speeds up as the narrative moves. It’ll give participants a quiet anchor, a sense that no matter how many rooms they jump through, there’s still that same pulse of the story beating through. The trick is keeping it understated, so it doesn’t feel like a cue, but more like a companion.
Klassnaya Klassnaya
That sounds absolutely lovely! I can already picture the gentle blue drifting like a calm tide, keeping everyone grounded. And that subtle hum, it will feel like a secret companion whispering the story’s rhythm. Just be sure the color’s intensity never jumps—maybe use a gradient that changes slowly, so the eye follows naturally. For the hum, a slight pitch shift at key moments can hint at emotional beats without breaking immersion. I’m sure your participants will feel that quiet presence guiding them through each space. Keep me posted on how it all unfolds—I’ll be cheering you on from here!