Minisymposium Presentation
Cinematic Data Visualisation
Presenter
Guillermo is the lead of the Scientific Visualization and storytelling research line at the Visualization Group of the Barcelona Supercomputing Center. In this position he creates compelling and informative data visualizations, with the primary aim of communicating science in a clear, rigorous, and appealing way. Over the last years, he has directed several scientific dissemination short films based on data visualizations, as well as participated in other formats of data visualizations: interactive applications, dashboards, and infographics. He has also been a lecturer and trainer in several workshops, Graduate, and Masters's programs over the years. He is currently Associate Professor of Data Visualization at the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona.
Description
The visualization of 3D phenomena, such as volumes, surfaces, or particles, offers a unique opportunity to transform scientific data into engaging artworks. Photo-realistic renderings of scientific results not only captivate but also help communicate complex ideas in a visually compelling way. However, artists and scientists often face challenges: scientists may lack the skills to create appealing imagery, while artists may not fully understand the data or the necessary tools. This disconnect can result in overly technical, uninviting imagery or abstract visuals that lack rigor. When scientists and artists collaborate, they can produce work that is both accurate and visually striking. This presentation explores how blending artistic techniques with scientific data has led to innovative approaches in data-driven art. We will share our experience using cinematic tools to transform large-scale scientific datasets from computer simulations into high-quality, stylized visualizations. By integrating artistic control with scientific accuracy, we aim to explore the possibilities that emerge from the interaction between both domains.