‘The Future to See Future:UK - CHINA YOUTH DIGITAL CREATION EXHIBITION(LONDON)’,an international exhibition that combines the innovative spirit and digital creativity of young people from the UK and China. This is open call for works from the digital creative industry, independent creators, and college students and scholars.

Introduction

The exhibition, themed 'The Future to See Future' aims to explore trends of methods to envision and design the future. It encourages young people to creatively, artistically, and humanistically apply digital creative technology to express their imaginations about the future or respond to innovative challenges from the future including various fields such as education, environmental protection, sustainable development, arts and humanities, tourism and cultural heritage, sports and fitness, and therapeutic growth etc.

We welcome digital creative enterprises, organizations, startups, independent creators, social groups, college scholars and students to apply for participation. Submissions can involve digital creative technologies including but not limited to augmented reality (AR/VR), artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC), Data-driven Content, Avatars, AI music, game design, narrative video, innovative hardware products, and more. We encourage interactive, experiential, and immersive digital creative experiences that resonate with visitors and explore the future together.

“The Future to See Future——UK-CHINA YOUTH DIGITAL CREATION EXHIBITION(LONDON) ' is not only an exhibition but also a platform for research seminars, industry collaborations, and creator exchanges focusing on the future of digital creativity. During the exhibition in London, there will be events such as the Future Design UK-China Industry Forum, UK-China Virtual Content Production Teaching Seminar, and Digital Creators Salon. We welcome your participation to this significant event.

Arrangement

Exhibition hours

September 6th, 2024: Launch Ceremony and Opening Exhibition

September 7th, – September 13th, 2024: Cultural Exchange Events and Professional Sessions

September 14th – September 17th ,2024: Join the London Design Festival and open to the public

Exhibition Location

ROYAL MINT COURT, London, UK

Organizational Structure

Host organization

Event organization

Co-organizer

Partner Institutions (listed in no particular order)


Exhibitors will receive
1、A certificate of participation issued by the organizing committee

2、The exhibition will present various awards, including Best Creativity, with recipients receiving corresponding certificates

3、Promotion opportunities in the exhibition brochure

4、Media exposure opportunities, including interviews during the exhibition

Exhibition Requirements

1、The exhibition organizers will provide standard display and devices and on-site technical management. Exhibiting organizations and individuals are responsible for the costs related to the production. If the exhibit requires specific non-standard display, device or equipment, please discuss with the organizer or bear the relevant costs by self.

2、In line with the low-carbon concept, it is recommended that exhibits be presented in a digital format to avoid the use of disposable physical setups or printed materials.

3、Exhibits should simplify the user interface, and facilitate exhibitors’ engagement.

4、The organizer will arrange on-site operational and technical staff to assist exhibitors. Exhibiting organizations or individuals are required to train these staff and provide a dedicated contact person for remote assistance.

Open Call

1、Deadline: From now til 12:00 PM on 15th August.

2、Please complete the registration form and send the following materials to the email address,provided:

·the original work (or relevant download link)

·a statement of originality

·a complete description of the work

·requirements for exhibition equipment

·a personal introduction of the creator

·an intellectual property commitment letter

Name the email subject as ‘See Future Open Call + Exhibit Theme + Exhibitor/Organization Name’ and send to the email address:icci-seefuture@sjtu.edu.cn(If you have any questions regarding registration, exhibition arrangements, or other matters, please email us at this address for inquiries.)

3、If physical materials for exhibits need to be mailed, please send them to the following address:

Shanghai:

No. 155, Tanjiatang Road, Minhang District, Shanghai, Zizhu International Education Park, Building A8, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Cultural Creative Industry (reception desk).

Please also include a note stating: ‘UK-China Exhibition Artwork Submission’

London:

Flat 17,110-116 Battersea Park Road,London,England,SW11 4LZ,United Kingdom

Please also include a note stating: ‘UK-China Exhibition Artwork Submission’

4、To obtain the registration form, statement of originality, and intellectual property commitment letter, please refer to the attchment at the end of the article.

Attachments:

1、The Registration Form

2、The Statement of Originality

3、The Intellectual Property Commitment Letter