Design your own Metaverse

Learn to Create and Launch Virtual Experiences in Just 03 Hours! Book your seat by 31st May as there are only 15 available seats!

The key takeaways for the workshop are-

Demystify the Metaverse: Understand its layers and components
Create and launch your first Metaverse experience in under 01 hour
Boost design efficiency with AI tools by up to 5x

Join the $74.4 Billion Metaverse Industry- Learn the design skills that could land you a high-paying job, with average salaries around $134,387/year.

You will learn to use the following tools to create your own Metaverse! - Vectary, Spatial.IO, Bezi, Sketchfab, Playground AI/Leonardo AI, ChatGPT/Hugging Chat, Canva, Luma AI/Tripo3D, Google Collab

****There are 2 variants- One for Architects and Another for Educators. Kindly select the appropriate one for you****

Workshop Structure:

Module 01 - Welcome to the Workshop (Presentation)

Overview of the Workshop
Capstone Project Introduction

Module 02 - Understanding Metaverse (Presentation)

Definition of Metaverse
Layers within Metaverse
Evolution of Metaverse
Popular Metaverse examples

Module 03 - Idea Generation and Moodboards (Presentation)

Developing inspiration boards using AI tools

Exercise 01: Create your own Moodboard for Capstone project (30min Hands-On)

Module 04 - Asset Creation for Metaverse (Presentation)

Tools Overview- Vectary and Google Colab
Building assets for Metaverse
- Navigating Vectary
- 3D Modelling
- Texturing and lighting
- Exporting from Vectary
Crafting compelling environments
- Composition and storytelling
Establishing atmosphere and ambiance
- Sound effects and music integration
- Lighting and color schemes
Preparing files for Metaverse platforms
- Formats and optimization tips
Making assets Metaverse ready
- Navigating Google Collab
- Converting OBJ to GLB

Assignment 02: Build an draft scene demonstrating key learnings (30min Hands-On)

Module 05 - Publishing to Metaverse (Presentation)

Difference between Publishing for VR and AR
Introduction to Spatial IO and Bezi
- Navigating the tools
- Importing Assets
- Logic building
- Publishing to Metaverse

Final Submission guidelines and discussions for Capstone Project. (Presentation)

Final Submission with Live Design Consultation (45min Hands-On )

Module 06 - Bonus (15min)

Presentations of the Submissions
Additional resources for continued learning
Q&As, and What is next?

FAQs:

Q1. Who is this course suitable for?
A1. This course is suitable for designers, including architects, graphic designers, interaction designer, social media marketing designers, educators etc who want to expand their skillset and learn how to create virtual experiences within the Metaverse using 3D modeling, kit bashing, and generative AI techniques.

Q2. What prerequisites are needed for taking the Workshop?
A2. Basic knowledge of computers in general is recommended but not mandatory. All necessary tools and platforms will be introduced during the Workshop.

Q3. Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the Workshop?
A3. Yes, even though this is a non-credit Workshop, a certificate upon completion will be provided.

Q4. Which tools will I learn in this Workshop?
A4. During the workshop, you will learn how to use various tools including Vectary, Spatial.IO, Bezi, Sketchfab, Playground AI/Leonardo AI, ChatGPT/Hugging Chat, Canva, Luma AI/Tripo 3D and Google Collab. But, the workshop is not about these tools, and hence extensively won’t cover the toolset, or tutorials. The tools will be taught to the extent so that you can design a Metaverse.

Q5. How long is the Workshop duration?
A5. The Workshop is 03 hours long scheduled on 1st June. There will be 01 hour of deliverables and 02 hours of hands-on under supervision.

Q6. What is the mode of delivery?
A6. The workshop will take place simultaneously on Google Meet and Metaverse. All the required links and instructions will be sent to you once the payment is done. If you can’t find it, try looking in the Spam folder and if that doesn’t work, send me your invoice at preyanmehta.edu@gmail.com and we’ll sort it out.

Q7. What kind of projects will we be working on during the course?
A7. Throughout the course, you will work on converting your idea into a functional virtual experience within the Metaverse without using Unity (a gaming engine). By the end of the workshop, you will have created your own unique Metaverse experience.

Q8. Does this Workshop cover Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technology used in creating Metaverses?
A8. VR, AR and Desktop Metaverse experiences will be covered, alongside their respective tools. Having Oculus is a Plus, but NOT a requirement.

Q9. Are we going to use any AI tools?
A9. Yes, AI tools including Playground AI/Leonardo AI, ChatGPT/Hugging Chat, and Luma AI/Tripo 3D, will be taught to generate and design quickly.

Q10. Is this Workshop all in one Metaverse Design course?
A10. Absolutely not! Sorry to say, but you cannot master Metaverse in 12 hours. This Workshop is for Beginners towards designing a Metaverse experience, using exclusively the platforms Spatial IO and Bezi. You’ll not learn how to create Metaverse spaces for Sandbox or Decentraland. Gaming engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine will also not be taught. If you are interested in Advanced courses on Metaverse, contact me directly at preyanmehta.edu@gmail.com for further details.