VJ UNION: Graham Thorne

“Basic Isn’t Boring”: A Conversation with the Academy of Live Technology’s Graham Thorne [Notch]

Graham Thorne — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:14:03 +0000

I recently did an interview with Notch. Wanted to share:

[https://medium.com/notchblog/basic-isnt-boring-academy-of-live-tech-99053bbd5990]

Isadora 4.5

Graham Thorne — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:11:17 +0000

*Isadora 4.5 is now live. *

Highlights

Most importantly, Isadora 4.5 offers VST audio plugin support, and we cannot wait to see what our creative community members will do with Isadora's new, advanced, and flexible audio manipulation capabilities.

This new version also offers a fixed version of the PJLink Plugin, a wild new video actor, 11 new audio actors, a huge improvement to the autosave system, many bug fixes, and several stability improvements.

NEW FEATURE: Cross-Platform VST Audio Plugin Support
In a huge leap forward, Isadora now supports VST (Virtual Studio Technology) audio plugins and VSTi (virtual instrument) plugins on both macOS and Windows. VST audio plugins process sound in real time, while VSTi (instrument) plugins generate audio (typically through synthesis or sample playback). This is a major enhancement to Isadora's audio capabilities, allowing you to use thousands of free and paid plugins available online. From high-quality effects like reverb, delay, and compression to complex synthesizers and sample-based instruments, this new feature opens the door to a wide range of creative and professional audio workflows. TroikaTronix would like to thank our friends at SIT (Scènes Interactives Technologiques) for commissioning us to develop this feature.

*LINK: * [https://support.troikatronix.com/support/solutions/articles/13000106556-isadora-4-release-notes#Izzy45]

Open Media Transport

Graham Thorne — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:03:10 +0000

https://www.openmediatransport.org/

Is this the replacement for NDI?

Chataigne & Isadora - Colour over OSC

Graham Thorne — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:27:06 +0000

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KM4NOPSPYsI

Sending colour/color changes over OSC from Chataigne to Isadora.

Chataigne & Isadora Tutorial

Graham Thorne — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:13:05 +0000

In this tutorial, I look at how Chataigne, a timeline-based (but also modular) creative tool can control Isadora in a more 'linear' way using OSC.

Chataigne - https://benjamin.kuperberg.fr/chataig...
Isadora - https://troikatronix.com/

https://youtu.be/ZfrPuD5heFQ?si=cgs9WlCM-iQpFAe-

Isadora + Blender + 3ds

Graham Thorne — Fri, 17 May 2024 08:39:48 +0000

I recently discovered a little gem of a addon that finally provides Isadora users with a better workflow for importing the 3ds file format that Isadora requires.

Previously there was only one way; using MeshLab. Now, there is an amazing addon for blender since version 4.0 and it works very well. SO I decided to make a tutorial or two. Might be useful for some.

Isadora - IzzyCast

Graham Thorne — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:15:46 +0000

(https://troikatronix.com/izzycast/)

_REMOTE PERFORMANCES MADE EASY!
IzzyCast enables the sharing of multiple streams of video, audio, and data between computers running Isadora located anywhere in the world. By combining IzzyCast with Isadora‘s ultra-flexible architecture, users are able to transmit, receive, route, mix, and control live media sources in ways limited only to the user‘s imagination.
Using IzzyCast, Isadora users can jump into the world of remote performances without any of the complications associated with traditional networking and broadcast setups.

IzzyCast allows for unmatched control and creativity. The audio, video, and data from each participant in an IzzyCast Session can be integrated directly into the Isadora’s node-based programming environment.

Applications for IzzyCast abound! Now actors and dancers in remote locations can join live performers onstage with ease! For broadcast and live events, IzzyCast‘s data transmission capabilities let producers, directors, and technicians make adjustments to their talent’s setup remotely by controlling hardware like PTZ cameras and DMX lighting instruments. IzzyCast truly opens up an audio, visual, and control portal between locations across the globe.
Isadora Integration for Creative Flexibility_

LIVE VISUAL DESIGN & PRODUCTION

Graham Thorne — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 09:18:35 +0000

Did you know there is a degree in Live Visual Design and Production in the UK at a place called Production Park? I am the course leader of a fantastic course that covers many topics such as: Projection Mapping, LED wall technology, Notch, Resolume, Disguise, Avolites AI/Prism, Green Hippo, HIVE, Isadora, Blender Unreal Engine and many many more? We look at all sorts of career paths from VJing to LED technicians and more. It's a three year degree and we are based in Wakefield, Yorkshire (UK).

More info here;

https://academyoflivetechnology.co.uk/study/degrees/live-visual-design-and-production-ba-hons

Any questions add some comments below.

ON LX

Graham Thorne — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:26:25 +0000

Introducing Ctrl Suite

From standard protocols to pre-built modules, Ctrl Suite has all the tools for building the ultimate unified control system for any project._

https://onlx.ltd/

Available Now for macOS and Windows

One platform for building integrated control systems and rich user experiences

From standard protocols to pre-built modules, Ctrl Suite has all the tools for building the ultimate unified control system for any project.

Manage

Process

Build complex systems by feeding data into the system and handle using visual or code based processes.

we speak network

MIDI, OSC, HTTP, TCP, UDP, Serial, MQTT, MNX, Timcode

Interact

Create dynamic user interfaces with buttons, sliders, modules and much more. Connect Ctrl Player instances over the network to display interfaces that update in real-time.

Action

Use actions to send protocol commands, trigger internal events and start processes. Send multiple commands simultaneously or stagger them using the timeline.

https://onlx.ltd/

Need a basic 3D modelling tool?!

Graham Thorne — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 08:42:12 +0000

https://bloom3d.com/

This runs in the browser and can be downloaded as .obj

Really simple, easy to use and quite fun! Perfect for creating obj models for importing into disguise/d3, etc.

After Effects (beta) now with 3D .obj support!

Graham Thorne — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 08:39:43 +0000

I felt this was worth a post. Importing a 3D model into After Effects opens quite a few doors!

It is not as fancy and advanced as Element 3D - but it's still progress!

More details here:

HIVE Media Servers

Graham Thorne — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:01:42 +0000

[https://www.hive.run/ ]

HIVE - The next generation of media control.

_We are proud to present Hive. The next generation of media control.

HIVE launched to the public on March 1st 2022. The product range harnesses our teams combined 40 years experience in entertainment technology.

Our USPs are functionality, affordabilty and industry expertise combined into one dynamic and disruptive range of products.

For more information please explore our website or get in contact with us._