Davis DeWitt

Davis DeWitt is a practical effects engineer, inventor, and filmmaker based out of Los Angeles with over eight years of experience in the film/TV industry. In that time, Davis has worked in front of the camera as the electronics expert on Discovery Channel’s Motor Mythbusters, and behind the camera on countless films and TV series, building everything from on-screen robots to remotely controlled full-sized cars.
instagram: @itsDavisDeWitt
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@backhaul-studios


Session

08-15
19:00
50min
Hardware Hacking Meets Art: How Movie Special Effects Are Made
Davis DeWitt

Step into the world of movie magic with Davis DeWitt, a filmmaker, inventor, and former Mythbuster and learn how combining hardware hacking with art creates objects that do more than function: they evoke emotion and tell stories. From blowing up cars to building robots with personality, this talk will explore why it’s important to tackle projects that blur the lines between disciplines.

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Marillac Auditorium

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