XRCamp Winter 2025
Join XRCamp Winter 2025 at the XRHub Lab at The Lab Miami — a hands-on creative program where art meets technology. Participants will explore digital art, 3D modeling, coding, and Extended Reality (VR + AR) guided by MUD Foundation teaching artists.
XRCamp Winter 2025
XRCamp Winter Camp is a hands-on youth program presented by MUD Foundation. The camp introduces young people to digital art and creative technology through guided workshops and project-based learning. Participants explore 3D modeling, coding, extended reality (XR), sound, and interactive media in a supportive lab environment.
The program is free for Miami-Dade youth and is designed to increase access to creative technology tools and art-based digital learning. No prior experience is required.
Six days of Art+Code+XR
3D Modeling
Design objects and environments using professional open-source tools.
Creative Coding
Write code that brings your creations to life with interactivity.
AR/VR Creation
Build immersive experiences in augmented and virtual reality.
Spatial Audio
Create 3D soundscapes that respond to movement and space.
Virtual Worlds
Design interactive environments and digital experiences.
Digital Art History
Explore the evolution of internet art and media as art.
Who Can Join
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Ages 10–17
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Miami-Dade County residents
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All skill levels welcome
Location
DAYS AND HOURS
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Program dates: December 22–30, 2025
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No classes on: Dec 25, Sat 27, Sun 28
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Daily schedule: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Early drop-off: from 9:30 AM
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Late pick-up: until 3:30 PM
Lunch
A simple lunch will be provided each day of camp. Options will rotate and may include:
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Pizza
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Sandwiches
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Hot dogs
Students are welcome to bring their own lunch if they prefer or if they have dietary restrictions or allergies.
Equipment
Students are encouraged to bring their own laptop if they have one. Shared computers will also be available, and students will work in pairs when needed.
instructor
Rodolfo Peraza is a Cuban-born, U.S.-based artist whose work centers on technology and its relationship to public space, both virtual and physical. His practice focuses on extended reality (XR) and data visualization. In 2017, he founded the MUD Foundation Inc. in Miami, an organization dedicated to supporting tech-centered arts programs and reducing barriers to access to immersive technology in the arts and education.
Peraza’s work has been widely exhibited, including presentations at SIGGRAPH in Los Angeles and the Pérez Art Museum Miami. His art is held in the permanent collections of the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) in Canada and the JUMEX Collection in Mexico. He was the recipient of the Cannonball WaveMaker Grant and the Knight Arts + Tech Fellowship in 2021.
Yoan Escobar brings over a decade of experience in software engineering, with a diverse background that includes interactive application development in VR/AR, machine learning, computer vision, web technologies, and system integration. Throughout his career, he has led and mentored cross-functional teams while continuously learning alongside them. He believes that strong teams grow through collaboration, active communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous self-improvement.
Betzabet Consuegra, MUD Foundation Music After School Program Director, is an accomplished music professional with extensive experience in teaching and conducting. She began her music studies at the age of 11, focusing on Canto Choral, and graduated as a Choral Conductor from the National School of Arts (ENA) in Havana in 2003. She later earned her degree in Orchestra Conducting from the Instituto Superior de Arte in 2007.
Ania Rodriguez, MUD Foundation General Manager. Art History professor and experienced exhibition producer with over 1 million visits to their shows.
Transforming innovator with a proven track record in streamlining solutions for complex engineering challenges. As Principal Software Developer at Microsoft’s Mixed Reality team, I build best-in-class data observability solutions spanning hardware to user experience. Previous roles include leading telemetry and business intelligence systems at Magic Leap, developing Spatial Computing solutions in education, and pioneering mobile technology test systems at Motorola. My career also includes hands-on work at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on the International Space Station and the Mission to Mars prototype.
A passionate community leader, I serve as a board director for the MUD Foundation, driving education initiatives to enhance diverse student outcomes in STEAM. Skilled in software, hardware, and cloud integrations, I bring expertise in Unity, C#, Python, mobile devices, and global supply chain engineering. Fluent in cross-cultural collaboration, I leverage my curiosity and technical insight to design, advocate for, and implement impactful innovations.
What Students Will Do
XRCamp provides structured, hands-on workshops that introduce youth to creative digital production using accessible tools. Activities include:
01 | 3D Modeling
Students learn to build and shape 3D objects and environments using beginner-friendly tools. They explore form, proportion, and how digital models become part of XR spaces.
02 | Basic Coding
Participants are introduced to JavaScript essentials that help them add behaviors, movement, and interactivity to their projects.
03 | XR Environments
Participants are introduced to JavaScript essentials that help them add behaviors, movement, and interactivity to their projects.
04 | Spatial Sound
Youth experiment with sound in virtual spaces, learning how audio placement affects mood and user experience.
05 | Visualization & Virtual Exhibits
Participants explore digital twins, online museum spaces, and ways artists present work on the internet.
06 | Digital Art & Internet Culture
The curriculum introduces youth to key ideas in media art history and the evolution of digital culture to help them understand the artistic and social context of the tools they use.
07 | Final Presentation
The camp concludes with a showcase where students present their projects to families and peers.
Camp Guidelines
To ensure a positive experience for every participant, please review the guidelines below:
Attendance
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Participants must arrive on time each day.
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Parents must sign students in and out unless otherwise arranged.
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Notify staff if your child will be late or absent.
Behavior
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Respect for staff, other participants, and equipment is required.
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Bullying, unsafe behavior, or inappropriate actions are not allowed.
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Students must follow instructions during workshops and group activities.
Technology Use
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Laptops, headsets, and XR tools must be used responsibly.
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Personal devices may be used only during breaks unless otherwise permitted.
Food & Allergies
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Parents must inform staff of any allergies or dietary restrictions during registration.
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Outside food must follow allergy-safe guidelines.
Safety
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Closed-toe shoes are required.
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Students must remain inside designated supervised areas.
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Emergency contact information must be current.
Required Forms
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Parents must complete the basic registration form online.
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On the first day of camp, a guardian must complete the required Children’s Trust enrollment form before leaving.
Photography & Media
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Parents will be asked to sign a media consent form.
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Consent is required for photos or video of participants to be used.
XRCAMP WINTER 2025 HUB
Rainbow Music Land
Steal A Brainrot
Pertend Hard Rock Stadium
White Gallery
Cats and Kittysss
Gallery
alexxxxx
basement
DOGS:3
The Workshop
Very New
F1 Race
Creepy Place
Sound of Art
Soccer Staidium
Grass Big
Ice Cream
Main Room
Roseyyyy
Bunbun and Zitzy
Im Insane:)
Fever Dream
The Under World
Elf on the Job
XR Controls Overview
Getting started? Select your device to see the basic controls.
Use arrows or W, A, S, D
Use W, A, S, D + Hold Shift
Use Q and E or left mouse button
Right mouse button
Left mouse button
Use the joystick
Touch + Drag
Touch
Left controller thumbstick
B or Y buttons to move faster
Right controller thumbstick
Right controller trigger
Left or Right controller trigger
Free access Program
Participation is free, but registration is required. Space is limited to 25 students. Parents will receive a confirmation email or phone call once registration is processed.
XRcamp
XRCamp ART + TECH is a program by MUD Foundation that utilizes the internet and WebXR as a medium for the exploration and creation of immersive practices at the crossroads of art and technology. XRCamp provides participants an opportunity to explore the possibilities of creating art using emerging technologies in a hands-on workshop environment.
SUPPORT DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE ARTS
MUD Foundation empowers artists, communities, and organizations to create and connect through accessible digital infrastructure, XR technology, and critical media programs. Your donation fuels innovation, education, and cultural engagement, helping our platforms, exhibitions, and workshops stay open and accessible to all.
Why Donate?
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Make cutting-edge art and technology accessible for everyone.
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Strengthen digital education and creative youth programs.
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Expand critical media initiatives addressing the impact of technology on society.
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Enable artists and organizations to collaborate and connect across digital spaces.
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Support public art and immersive media that reshape the experience of culture in our communities.
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Provide access to specialized venue space and technology for creative production.
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Fund scholarships and outreach for youth and underserved artists.
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Develop and maintain open-source XR platforms for the broader community.
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