Overview:

Black America Is… is a virtual gallery prototype created to help a client envision an immersive installation that would accompany their cinematic film. Because the intended venue was out of state and inaccessible, I was tasked with designing a digital mockup that could communicate the spatial flow, aesthetic mood, and storytelling experience for internal pitches and promotional use.

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Tools and Techniques Used:

• Unreal Engine

• Cinematic Sequencing

• Environment Design

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Process:

• Gathered reference images of the real location and used a kitbash-style workflow to reconstruct an approximate version of the space.

• Built the environment in Unreal Engine, focusing on spatial composition, architectural continuity, and mood.

• Designed a conceptual experience flow for how visitors would move through the gallery and interact with the themes of the film.

• Implemented camera work, lighting, animation, and cinematic sequencing to present the installation as a cohesive walkthrough.

• Ensured the final mockup supported the client’s narrative, promotional goals, and creative vision.

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Result:

A fully realized virtual gallery visualization that allowed the client to preview the installation concept, share the environment with stakeholders, and explore how the film could live as a spatial and emotional experience. The mockup became a key asset in communicating the potential of the exhibit before any physical build-out began.