Join artist Jazmin Morris @princessjazmin_art for critical conversations on the digital environment and communal play as part of Sandbox at @modal_soda from 28 July-14 Aug.  Inspired by play, exchanges of knowledge and using creative computing as mediums for social and political criticism, Jazmin re-imagines Modal gallery as a free community resource. Worlds within Worlds // 28 July To celebrate the launch of Sandbox, artists Michelle Collier @michellecollier.art and Jazmin Morris come together to discuss storytelling, immersive worldbuilding and representation in the gaming industry at Modal gallery. Disruptive Worlds // 6 Aug Join artists Ama Dogbe @artyfartyama and Jazmin Morris in the virtual world of Gather who will share their insights into creating digital environments that centre marginalised identities and disrupt the mainstream aesthetic. Games Night // 14 Aug A chance to eat, play and squeeze in some final critical conversations together as part of Sandbox. All games being exhibited inside the gallery will be available to play or bring your own!  Link in bio for details on how to join us.  Sandbox is part of Commons - a collaboration between Abandon Normal Devices (AND) and the School of Digital Arts (SODA). AND is supported with public funding from Arts Council England. (fb)

What emerges when we nurture the capacity for experimentation in community? And how can we, as organisations, truly support artists navigating the complex, rapidly shifting landscape of digital practice today? On @oxrdmcr we explored our role at AND as supporters of artists who are shaping the future of immersive storytelling and digital practice. We unpack the importance of disrupting the traditional exhibition format to shift the focus towards dialogue, iteration and exchange. Thank you to @oxrdmcr for giving us the space to talk about our practise and Commons, an exciting long term collaboration with @schoolofdigitalarts. Link to full article in bio. Image: We Dwell Below, Ooni Studios. Credit: Mark Savage (fb)