The University of Newcastle's school of creative industries has launched a virtual gallery experience to showcase student activity.
The virtual-reality gallery - launched as part of its Festival X exhibition - allows users to explore students' work online and interact with their research and creative activity.
Dr Andrew Howells, a senior lecturer with the school of creative industries, said that despite the challenges that the coronavirus pandemic had imposed on the creative industries, Festival X was an exciting manifestation that showcased the resilience and true talent of the students.
"Festival X is a chance for the community, business and industry to support and engage with the creative industries in our community and to really appreciate the brilliant creativity and talent that has been fostered through our programs in the School of Creative Industries," Dr Howells said.
"We're incredibly proud of our talented students and above all, this is a wonderful opportunity for them to showcase years of dedication to their craft to their family, friends and the wider community."
The exhibition runs via the University of Newcastle website until November 15 and includes the work of close to 100 students.
Festival X combines the virtual gallery with the Annual Newbie Awards, showcasing the year's best drama, documentaries, 10-short films, animations, and major screen works, as well as a preview of a new project with Aussie surf rock legends, Hockey Dad, thanks to the School's partnership with BMG Music.
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