Nina Todres is a producer working with emerging technologies. Her interactive VR experience covers stories for science communication, heritage preservation, and environmental advocacy.
About
Nina has a background in Anthropology, with specialisations in digital Anthropology and policy analysis. Her undergraduate research into experimental research methodology and more-than-human Anthropology brought her to explore VR as a form of Anthropological enquiry.
Through her MA in Immersive Factual Storytelling from Univeristy College London, Nina has built experience in using emerging technologies to make the intangible tangible.
Transcendence: Rhythm of Axé
This interactive VR experience explores the flow of energy within Brazilian Candomble. Using motion capture and Unity Engine, this project brings together stakeholder testimony to engage users in exploring the intangible heritage of Candomble.
Talk of the Trees
This interactive VR experience explores the processes enabling tree survival. Contributions from Ancient Woodlands UK and Young Wilders UK illuminate the threats of deforestation.
It asks whether embodying a tree can foster a more empathetic, affective relationship with nature.
Drum of Unity & Liminal
'Drum of Unity' is a short documentary produced for the London Documentary Network. It features the Dhol Foundation, an institute founded by Johnny Kalsi to provide access to dhol heritage. The documentary explores Kalsi's journey through music and heritage preservation.
'Liminal' explores London's Regent's Canal as a space of alternative dwelling, focusing on Merlin Trotter’s experiences to explore themes of healing, gentrification and historic marginalisation of traveller communities.