The Birthplace of Studio Zero Nola
So, here's the backstory of Studio Zero, which all started in a loft on Royal Street, right in the heart of New Orleans. Originally, it was just a simple setup—a window looking out into the madness of Mardi Gras with a livestream capturing every colorful moment of the French Quarter during the festivities. To let the passersby know they were part of the live show, I put a monitor in the window. It was silent cinema though—no speakers, no sound—just visuals. So, to bring the audio to life and connect with the viewers, I cleverly used QR codes. These little digital magic squares linked people directly to my Twitch channel, where they could tune in and hear everything live. As things picked up, I wanted to make it even more interactive and fun. So, I introduced a couple of digitally animated buddies into the scene—a virtual raccoon and a raptor, both with facial rigging. These weren’t just any avatars; they interacted with the crowd, adding a whole new layer of engagement. My main aim? To merge real-world festivities with digital interactivity, essentially turning the streets into a stage and the passersby into part of a live, interactive experience. This is what I call Real World Gaming—where the line between realities gets all fun and fuzzy, and people can engage across both physical and digital worlds right from the streets of New Orleans Fropm Studio Zero
Why Studi Zero?
Alright, let's break down why we went with the name Studio Zero. You see, there's a bit of a tradition with studios rocking numbers in their names, like Studio 54 back in the day or local twists like Studio 504. These numbers often have some significance—marking a spot, an era, or a vibe. Now, when it came to naming my own creative space, I wanted to capture both a beginning and a certain laid-back attitude. So, Studio Zero it was—“Zero” representing the starting point, like a blank canvas or the birth of something new and fresh. But there's a twist: since the studio wasn't technically mine, “Zero” also meant zero worries—zero ownership, zero traditional constraints, and definitely zero fucks given. It's all about freedom, creativity, and starting from scratch, building something amazing from nothing. So, Studio Zero isn’t just a name; it’s an attitude and a philosophy rolled into one. Welcome to it.
