LEVEL UP is once again offering numerous exciting workshops and talks this year. Please read the information on the individual workshops/talk carefully before registering. There are age restrictions or material fees for some workshops.
By registering, you confirm that you will be at the meeting point in the entrance area 10 minutes before the start of your booked workshop/talk. You will be picked up there by your workshop leader.
Please note that your registration is binding and we will reserve your place. If you are unable to attend, please let us know so that we can remove you from the list and reallocate your place.
If you have any questions, please contact us at any time: levelup@mzs.at
At LEVEL UP you have the opportunity to register for the following workshops/talks:
Saturday, 28th June
- Workshop leader: Dave Lung
- Language: English
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Talk
- Time: 11:00-12:00
Discover the building blocks of great comics in this beginner-friendly storytelling workshop. Whether you're a writer, artist, or just passionate about visual storytelling, this session will guide you through how characters, pacing, and design come together to tell unforgettable stories.
Attendees will explore how to craft strong narrative moments and expressive characters through real comic examples.
We'll also touch on how the core principles of comic storytelling apply to game design and interactive media.
Great for newcomers looking to break into comics—or "Level Up" their creative toolbox.
- Workshop leader: CapturedTales of Bastionik
- Language: German
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Workshop
- Time: 13:00-14:30
Making films, but without expensive cameras, huge equipment or a complete film crew? Sounds good? Then stop-motion is just your thing!
In this workshop, I will show you how to make your own little stop-motion film using simple tools and a large dose of creativity. It's not about perfection, but about having fun, experimenting and discovering a unique film technique.
We start with a brief insight into the world of stop-motion: What is it actually? What cool films are there? And what do you have to pay attention to so that the whole thing looks really good in the end? Then we grab scissors, paper and plasticine and make simple props and characters for our mini film projects.
We then put what we have learned directly into practice: using a free cell phone app, we bring our characters to life and shoot short stop-motion clips in small teams. At the end, we watch the finished works together - and celebrate our first steps as filmmakers!
All you need is a cell phone or tablet and a desire to get creative. So grab your device, bring a little imagination and off you go!
- Workshop leader: Naru
- Language: German
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Talk
- Time: 15:00-16:00
This workshop will explain the basics of good cosplay make-up. These include a regular skincare routine, good foundation, contouring and optional colored lenses, face tape and eyelashes. I will also show you the special features of male and female eye make-up. Last but not least, I also point out possible health risks that can occur - and how you can best avoid them!
- Workshop leader: Thunder Craftings
- Language: German
- Costs: 5 € contribution to material costs (to be taken along in cash)
- Type: Workshop
- Time: 16:30-18:30
I'll show you how you can make your own pair of cat ears from a few materials (faux fur, wire, glue, hairband).
Sunday, 29th June
- Workshop leader: Schwarze Katze
- Language: German
- Costs: 12 € contribution to material costs (to be taken along in cash)
- Type: Workshop
- Time: 11:00-12:30
- Minimum age: 12 years
After a brief introduction to the basics and handling of UV resin, you can get started straight away and create your own personal keyring pendant under supervision. The price per pendant is €12, and several pieces can be made. There are numerous design options available to you: dried flowers, glitter, inlays, foils and much more. You are welcome to bring and use your own materials, such as animal hair.
- Workshop leader: CapturedTales of Bastionik
- Language: German
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Talk
- Time: 13:00-14:30
In this workshop we will go over the basics of photography. Questions like: What equipment do I need? Does it have to be expensive? How can I take a photo? And many more will be answered in this workshop.
The workshop is suitable for all aperture levels (beginners and advanced). In addition to the basics, practical examples from everyday life will also be covered, as well as one or two other topics relating to special effects shooting. I look forward to your attendance and your interest.
- Workshop leader: KILO-PAPA-FOX
- Language: German
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Talk
- Time: 15:00-16:00
Do you have an idea for a comic figure? Would you like to realize an existing comic figure? This workshop will show you how to get started with the 3D program zBrush and how you can then create your figure using a resin 3D printer. First, the figure is modeled from scratch in the 3D program zBrush and prepared for 3D printing. The next steps explain how you can print your figure using a resin printer.
- Workshop leader: Prof. Marion Plank
- Language: German
- Costs: free of charge
- Type: Workshop
- Time: 16:30-18:00
Do you love games and want to design your own worlds, characters or creatures - but don't know where to start? This beginners' workshop will give you a first insight into the world of game concept art. Together we will explore how an idea becomes an atmospheric image that serves as a template for game designers and 3D artists.
We will talk about sources of inspiration, collecting references, initial sketches and the creative process behind them - without any pressure to achieve perfection. You don't need any previous knowledge, just curiosity, a desire to draw (including digitally) and fun with games. Whether you work analog with pen and paper or digitally with a tablet: You can get creative here and design your own first concepts.
At the end, you will not only have your own first concept image, but also the knowledge of how you can further develop your creative process - perhaps for your own game project!
Suitable for: Beginners from approx. 14 years
What you can bring with you: Sketchbook or tablet (if available - materials are also available on site)
