Our Programs and Initiatives
The Hand Eye Society aims to provide local game-makers and the game curious public with inclusive, engaging media arts programming. The best way of keeping up to date with our activities is through Facebook and Twitter, as well as subscribing to our monthly newsletter. You can also support us with a paid membership or by volunteering; your contributions are greatly appreciated and help make our many activities possible!
For general inquiries, e-mail us at info@handeyesociety.com and please observe our Safer Spaces Policy when attending events.
Festivals
Super FESTival
A free Indie Game festival celebrating the ingenuity of Indie Games from across Canada and around the world!
HES Ball
Music, dancing, spectacle and play join forces at our annual fancy videogame party, held at venues such as the AGO and the Masonic Temple! Currently on hiatus.
Comics x Games
Collaborations between nationally and internationally renowned independent comic and game creators during the Toronto Comic Arts Festival.
Current Programming
Online Workshops
Ever wanted to learn how to use a game engine, write a grant, make 3D Models, or countless other game development topics? Our online workshops got you covered. For a small fee, you can learn online with us no matter where you are in the world. Keep checking as we’re always adding new workshops and rerunning past ones. Sign up today!
Futures Forward
Have a game concept ready and aren’t sure how to navigate the business end of game development? The Futures Forward program is an annual initiative that takes several early stage game developers and gives them the business knowledge they need to succeed and start their own studios. Applications usually open in the Fall.
Mixtapes
The Hand Eye Society’s Mixtape initiative combines several indie games submitted by the community into one curated package for people to download for free. All game developers participating are compensated and gain more reach in the community through the Mixtape. We use this as a way to support the developers and help them gain an audience. You can find our Mixtapes on our Itch Channel to discover new games!
Programs on Hiatus
These are successful programs that Hand Eye Society has historically done and hopes to continue, but are currently on hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors.
Game Curious
Like a book club, with buttons! Through play and group discussion, Game Curious provides a fun, inclusive environment to explore games as an artform.
Camp Make-A-Game
A week-long summer camp where kids get to design games and play indoors and outdoors all day long!
Past Initiatives
PAST WORKSHOPS
Hand Eye Society has historically conducted countless workshops for various organizations for diverse communities across Ontario.
