D. Tafoya Artistry Production Design
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Research & Development
Over the breadth of my career I have done deep research and prototyping for various aspects of project development in varied fields. My work has allowed me to research and develop professional experience in live media broadcast over internet, practical and digital effects design for themed entertainment, museum and permanent displays installation exhibits research, film research, Artificial Intelligence, AR/VR.
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This work has allowed me to studied unique pathways and stay ahead of the cutting edge of innovative development.
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I have also developed powerful connections with numerous guilds, film festivals, artists, and innovators throughout the world to help bring forth great opportunity in the creative realm.
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With my substantial accumulated knowledge and experience of area destinations, the entertainment industry, a passion for historic studies, and the development and uses of advanced technology in our culture, I have established access that brings value to any project needs that are encountered.
Robotics and Digital Immersive
I have been becoming well versed in the uses of advanced technology for several overlapping industries.
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My main focus is on uses for narrative development in entertainment, education and historic preservation.
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I have established communication with our friends at Epic Games and Nant Studios, through the ADG. This allows for communication and access to the latest tech for filmmaking.
Philosophical Research Society
This hidden gem in my neighborhood is one of the preeminent places for research and lectures regarding ancient wisdom, occult and esoteric knowledge.
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Because it is close to me I have learn the value of its library and great lecture series.
Art Directors Guild Archives
As a board member and frequent visitor to the space I have spent numerous hours studying and researching our archives for the enrichment of our members.
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Through my collaboration with our archivist Barbara Hall, I am becoming more familiar with the advanced uses of the information that we house here, which includes the research collection of Lilian Michaelson
Griffith Observatory and Heritage Sites
I am a frequent visitor to area destinations and museums, especially the Griffith Observatory and Universal Studios.
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I am beginning to establish valuable relationships in the these institutions and beginning to develop programs for the advancement of digital immersive spaces for practical support and archiving of historic and heritage spaces.
Southwestern History and Resource Research
I come from a very big and close family that has deep roots in southwestern cultural development.​
I spent my childhood visiting relatives throughout the southwest and studying the culture from an early age. This includes deep research into genealogical research.
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A native of Southern California, I also lived in Albuquerque having worked in the film industry and for design studios. I have a rich knowledge of the culture, the history, the food, and the lifestyle. I also maintain valuable resources throughout the region
Professional and Educational Workforce Development Advocate
As an advisory board member for several industry and education councils throughout Southern California, I have built a powerful network of resources that work across many fields to deliver the future of our society.
I hope to expand this network to connect passionate visionaries around the world. ​
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