Author Archives: matt_harter

Light Organ – A Permanent Art Installation

Posted on January 16, 2012 by matt_harter

As a consultant for Harries Heder Architects, I designed hardware and software for an installation officially titled “Terpsichore for Kansas City”, this public art installation transforms the parking garage of the new Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (Kansas City, … Continue reading →

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Slideshow Patch for Max/MSP

Posted on December 19, 2011 by matt_harter

I put together a handy patch that turns Max/MSP into a simple digital signage system. This patch can be compiled as a standalone application, allowing any computer to play back a folder of images. When the folder is changed, the … Continue reading →

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Animation for Boston POPS

Posted on August 25, 2010 by matt_harter

Boston’s Symphony Hall has been outfitted with a wonderful projection screen that rolls down over the organ pipes. I created animation sequences to be shown on the screen for this years Boston Pops orchestra celebration with special guest John Williams. … Continue reading →

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Scientific illustration for print materials

Posted on January 30, 2008 by matt_harter

As an employee of WGBH Matt created many science-themed 3D renderings. This example was created for a poster promoting an episode of the PBS science series NOVA entitled “Cracking the Code of Life”. The scene was then re rendered for … Continue reading →

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Product Illustration and Animation for AtomicUSA

Posted on March 12, 2007 by matt_harter

Atomic is a top brand of skis, boots, bindings, and many other sporting goods. For years, Matt Harter and Bruce Walker have been creating animation sequences for AtomicUSA that demonstrate new technology and features in the upcoming product line. The … Continue reading →

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Custom maps for for Fetch!

Posted on April 6, 2006 by matt_harter

The popular PBS program “Fetch!” needed simplified maps created for use as props. Since the maps had to be readable on television, and featured unique points of interest, they had to be custom designed. I took on the challenge, and … Continue reading →

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Antiques Roadshow 3D graphics

Posted on October 4, 2004 by matt_harter

The popular PBS show Antiques Roadshow needed an updated look for it’s well known trunk icon. Bruce Walker – a motion graphics designer – and I developed an updated version of the well-known Antiques Roadshow trunk. We also created several … Continue reading →

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