Step inside Lesbian Simulator, an interactive VR artwork by Iris van der Meule that lets you experience the world through the eyes of a lesbian. Blending game mechanics with immersive storytelling, the work takes you through moments of joy, community, discovery, as well as the everyday discrimination lesbians still face.
Iris van der Meule is a queer digital artist and director based in Amsterdam. Iris researches immersive storytelling and creates VR experiences, animation films, illustrations and other interactive curiosities. In her work she discusses socially relevant theme’s, like discrimination against the LGBTQIA+ community, climate change, mental health and gender inequality. In her work she explores innovative ways to hold a mirror up to society. Her projects are equally cutting as they are light hearted, usually wrapped in a layer of humor and sarcasm.
Iris van der Meule was part of the Next Talent Program between 2019-2020. Lesbian Simulator (previously called Gay Simulator) was initially developed as part of the Next Talent and Hub program between 2019-2021. The project was further developed also through the talent program Filmforward Vrijplaats.
