Events
XR Visionary Society is proud to offer a wide range of events for our members. We host both virtual and in-person events throughout the year. Our past events are recorded, so if you missed out, you can still watch and learn. We also have plenty of upcoming events that you can RSVP for. Our team is always coming up with new and innovative event ideas, so make sure to check our website for the latest updates. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Q&A Discussion: September 29th @3pm
with Dr. Tony Liao
We are excited to announce that Dr. Tony Liao, Associate Professor of Digital Media at the University of Houston, will be joining us virtually for an exclusive Q&A session in September.
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Dr. Liao is a leading researcher of augmented and virtual reality and founder of the CougAR Lab at UH. For over a decade, he has explored how XR affects people's sense of space, communication, and society. His cutting-edge work has been funded by the NSF, published in top academic journals, and covered by major media outlets like Bloomberg.
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In this interactive session, Dr. Liao will provide insider perspective on the future of immersive technologies and discuss his visionary research on extended reality. Attendees will have the chance to ask him questions and gain valuable insights from a pioneer in the field.
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RSVP link will be sent out two weeks prior of events finalized date.
Book Talk: October 6th @4pm
with Curtis Hickman
Dive Into the Impossible at Our Book Talk with Curtis Hickman!
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We are thrilled to announce that October 6th, the XR Visionary Society will be hosting an exclusive book talk with Curtis Hickman, co-founder of The VOID and author of the new book Hyper-Reality: The Art of Designing Impossible Experiences.
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Curtis will be joining us virtually to discuss his groundbreaking work creating award-winning hyper-realities and immersive experiences with The VOID. He'll share insider stories and his expert techniques for making the impossible seem real - from feeling heat from virtual flames to walking through digital walls.
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In his book, Curtis reveals his secrets for crafting next-level VR and AR illusions that engage all the senses. Whether you're an aspiring XR creator or simply fascinated by the limitless potential of virtual worlds, you won't want to miss this rare chance to learn from a pioneer in immersive storytelling and illusion design.
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RSVP link will be sent out two weeks prior of events finalized date.