LEMUR is happy to announce the formation of an Art & Technology
Education Coalition in partnership with Harvestworks
(http://harvestworks.org) and 3rd Ward (http://3rdward.com). Our
three organizations have teamed up to broaden our collective offering
of art & technology classes, with each organization focusing on its
strengths. In addition, we will soon be offering special course
series, with a series of related subjects taught among the three
facilities. Also coming soon, we will be offering discounts for
taking multiple classes at any of the facilities.
LEMUR's classes will focus on electronics, sensors, robotics,
microcontrollers and performance.
Harvestworks' classes will focus on interactive and multimedia
software including a range of Max/MSP and Jitter classes with varied
subjects and skill levels.
3rd Ward's classes will focus on fabrication and design, including
woodworking, metalworking, welding, screenprinting, textile design
and design software.
Below are LEMUR's new course listings for classes in January-March.
Following these are listings of courses that our partners will be
offering.
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Building MIDI Music & Video Controllers: Creating a Sensor Instrument
with MidiTron, Level 1 & 2
Level 1: Sat-Sun 1/26, 1/27, 12:00-4:30 pm
Level 2: Sat-Sun 2/2, 2/3, 12:00-4:30 pm
Instructor: Leif Krinkle
Imagine waving your hand and having an orchestra at your fingertips
or tapping on a surface to explore video. This is all possible
through the use of MIDI and sensor-based technology. In these
classes, you will design and build a controller to create your art
with the easy-to-use MidiTron interface (http://miditron.com).
Emphasis will be on hands-on learning. Basic electronics and
Max/MSP/Jitter (http://cycling74.com/products/maxmsp) programming
will also be covered. No previous knowledge of electronics, sensors
or programming is assumed. Background information will be covered and
the bulk of Level 1 will be focused on building a working controller
that you will take home and begin to create with. Examples of
previous project ideas include a shoe that creates notes for each
step and a glove that determines lighting cues in a theatrical
performance.
In Level 2, we will delve deeper into using Max and other programs
with MidiTron, connecting output devices (LEDs, robotics, etc.),
gaining a better understanding of sensor electronics and other
higher-level skills, as well as shoring up knowledge learned in Level
1
Level I: $495 including MidiTron & sensors
Level 2: $330 including additional lab kit items
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Microcontroller Progamming for Artists: Introduction to the Arduino
System, Level 1 & 2
Level 1: Sat-Sun 2/9, 2/10, 12:00-4:30 pm
Level 2: Sat-Sun 2/16, 2/17, 12:00-4:30 pm
Instructor: Roberto Osorio-Goenaga
Have you ever wanted to build a robot or an interactive art
installation? Have you ever wondered how LEDs, sensors and motors
work? Through collaborative exercises and the development of a final
project you will learn how to program and prototype with an Arduino
microcontroller (http://arduino.cc). This class is geared towards
beginners, and no prior knowledge of electronics or programming is
required.
This class will demonstrate programming and electronics basics
through hands-on microcontroller projects. You will learn digital and
analog input and output techniques for controlling motors and
interpreting sensors, as well as the programming skills necessary to
use these components effectively. By the end of Level 1, students
will have a firm understanding of how microcontrollers, sensors and
actuators work and how to utilize these tools in their own creative
projects.
Past students who have taken the original course have been eager to
keep going and learn more about the Arduino. Therefore, we are now
offering a consecutive Level 2 course. In Level 2, we will go beyond
basic functionality and deeper into the Arduino programming language.
We will also explore advanced concepts in interface, motion and
display based on student interest.
Level 1: $375 including Arduino board & materials
Level 2: $300
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Video Tracking in Jitter: Expert Video Tracking for Sound and Video Control
Sat-Sun 3/1, 3/2, 12:00-4:30 pm
Instructor: Joshua Goldberg
Learn how to use Jitter to manipulate audio and video using video
camera information. We will discuss how to set up a video tracking
installation, how to use the software for simple and more complicated
installs, and alternative methods. An understanding of Max is
required.
Cost: $300
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Fun With Fiberglass: Basic Composite Fabrication
Mondays 2/4, 2/11, 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Bob Huott
Learn the skills and techniques for building custom composite objects
from Kevlar, carbon fiber and fiberglass. Students will get hands-on
experience in various stages of the process, including patterns and
molds, lay-up and final finishing. Discussion will include ideas on
how to integrate sensors, lighting or haptics into any project, and
students are encouraged to bring their own project ideas. The class
will now be in two sessions to offer more hands-on work and time to
finish with a completed project (choice of custom laptop armor or
handmade lamp). Bob will also give a brief, inside-out tour of the
Bean, his own composite sensor-based musical instrument. Composites
are a messy business so please dress appropriately: painting clothes
or smock and long sleeved shirt.
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Ableton Live for Performers: Integrating Live Computer Electronics
Into Contemporary Performance
Tuesdays 2/26, 3/4, 3/18, 6:30-9:30 pm (note skipped date 3/11)
Instructor: Todd Reynolds
Presenting applications in Live for practicing, improvising,
composing and performing, the seminar will be both comprehensive as
well as specific to accomodate the needs of each musician with regard
to computer music experience and creative intention. Participants
will leave with an introductory yet thorough understanding of
computer music possibilities and advantages.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops and a set of
earbuds or headphones and some way of getting sound directly into
their computer, whether through an internal microphone, an external
microphone or an instrument and audio interface. Most laptops come
equipped at least with an internal microphone, and if not, some
method will be provided if requested.
Cost: $300
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Pyrotronics: Pyrotechnics & Control for Artists
Thursdays 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Eric Singer
A practical guide for artists interested in working with and
controlling fire, especially in sculptural contexts. It will focus on
working with propane, though other fuels and materials will be
discussed as well. Topics covered will include safety, fuel
properties, flame port and pilot construction, electronic controls,
interfaces for programming and sequencing, valves and solenoids,
ignition techniques and more.
Cost: $300
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Art of Light: Controlling LEDs, EL Wire and Other Lighting Elements
with Microprocessors
Sat-Sun 2/23, 2/24, 12:00-4:30 pm
Instructor: Leif Krinkle
Explore the possibilities and technicalities of controlling LEDs and
other lighting elements to create lighting effects for your next
design. First, we will cover the proper ways of powering, wiring and
soldering LEDs, electroluminescent wire and cold cathode tubes.
Second, we will learn how to control brightness, animate lighting
sequences through analog and digital means, such as transistors,
relays and timing circuits. Third, we will discuss the software,
hardware, electronics and techniques used in persistence of vision
(POV) displays, led matrices and computer controlled lighting systems.
Requirements: Arduino 1 or working knowledge of Arduino programming.
Students are expected to bring an Arduino board (or other
microcontroller system) with them
Cost: $375 including lab kit with an array of lighting elements
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Sensors for Dancers: Wireless Sound and Video Control Through Movement
Wednesdays 2/13. 2/20. 2/27, 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Eric Singer
This class will introduce sensor technology to dancers and others
interested in controlling audio and video using movement. Students
will learn to use the new MidiTron Wireless interface
(http://miditron.com), wire and connect motion sensors (bend, flex,
distance, acceleration, etc.) and control sound and video on
computer. The interface and sensors can be integrated into costumes
and body suits, allowing wireless freedom of movement while tracking
body position and motion.
No prior knowledge of electronics or programming is required for this
class. You will start from scratch, learning the basic concepts
required to accomplish the class goals. You will leave with the tools
to do basic work in sensor-based multimedia control and a strong
foundation for going further.
Two price options are being offered. Students wishing to purchase an
interface and sensors may choose Option 1. This includes the MidiTron
Wireless interface at a $100 discount, plus an assortment of sensors.
Option 2 does not include the MidiTron Wireless; one will be loaned
for the duration of the class.
Option 1: $300 + $425 including MidiTron Wireless and sensors
Option 2: $325 without MidiTron Wireless
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Electromechanical Systems and Robotics for Artists
Sat-Sun 3/29, 3/30, 12:30-5:00 pm
Instructor: Douglas Repetto
A starter course for artists interested in using electromechanical
elements in their work. We will cover basic devices and technologies
(motors, solenoids, switches, relays), computer and electronic
control options (Arduino, MidiTron), and ways of connecting elements
together to make larger systems (linkages, belts and pulleys). We
will also take apart consumer electromechanical systems (like inkjet
printers) to see what's inside, how they're made, and what can be
reused.
Cost: $300
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Classes at 3rd Ward
Intro to After Effects * Chad Colby * Sunday Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24,
March 2, 9 * $360 / $450 non-members
This class is geared towards artists, filmmakers and animators who
are looking to be introduced to After Effects. Through step-by-step
lessons and viewing references of films in class, we will break down
the fundamentals and possibilities of the software and everyone will
create their own animated short. Students are encouraged to come to
class with a project in mind.
Textile Design * Joanne Sherrow * Saturday Feb 16 & 23 * $120 / $150
non-members
Acquire a lucrative skill in this 6-hour intensive through learning
the basics of textile design. Students will create original,
digitally produced, production ready designs for printed fabrics
marketable for women's, men's, and children's wear, home furnishings
and paper products.
Intro to Final Cut * Mark Read * Sundays Feb 3, 10, 17 * $180 / $225
non-members
In this introductory class for Final Cut Pro, students will learn all
the essentials necessary to enable them to begin editing their own
work and further explore the world of digital video editing.
Screen Printing * Andrio Abero * Saturday Feb 9 * $90 / 105
non-members * $60 Equipment Fee
This intensive will take you through the basics of silk-screen
printing without having to spend a fortune and will allow students to
set up their own silkscreen studio at home. This is not for those
seeking to start a commercial screenprinting venture, but rather for
those looking to make one of a kind homemade prints.
Electronics Through Circuit Bending * Mike Rugnetta * Wednesday,
February 21 + 28 * $Free
This informal workshop will cover the basics of electronics
(components, their functions, soldering and schematic reading)
through the magic of hacking electronic children's toys into mutant
instruments.
Design Sampler: Brand Identity * Claudia Sohrens * Saturdays Feb 9,
16, 23 * $180 / $240 non-members
This workshop is designed for students to gain greater awareness of
the impact that consistent and provocative design can have on the
experience of an audience. Participants will complete an in-depth,
fully developed "brand design" to add to their portfolio. Using
Adobe's CS3 each student will come up with several design directions
to choose from reflecting what they stand for and this should be
reflected in the logo and accompanying communication materials.
Woodshop Workshop * Ana Szyld * Sunday Feb. 3 * $80 / $100 non-members
This workshop will cover shop safety and limited yet key woodworking
methods. The procedures taught will give you the skill set necessary
to use the wood shop safely and it will introduce you to woodworking
practices.
Intro to Furniture Design * Jeff Thompson * Saturdays February 09,
16, March 01, 8, 15, 22 * $360 / $450 non-members * $80 Equipment Fee
In this class students will design and build furniture with an
emphasis on woodworking techniques and the design process. However,
students are welcome to incorporate materials other than wood into
their projects such as salvaged material, metal, plastic, concrete,
etc. In addition to tutorials in woodworking tools and techniques,
students will receive individual attention during the design and
construction phases. An emphasis will be placed on technique.
Metal Work for Artists * Wendy Klemperer * Saturdays Feb. 9, 16, 23,
March 1 * $240 / $340 non-members * $40 equipment fee
In this intensive, students will be introduced to in-depth welding
techniques including oxyacetylene and stick welding, TIG and MIG as
well as Plasma Cutting. Beginning with demonstration and followed by
guided hands-on practice the group will discuss the different
industrial and conceptual properties of metals commonly used in
sculpture and fabrication and work together on project ideas to be
completed over the course of the next three sessions.
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Classes at Harvestworks
Harvestworks, which had its 30th anniversary last year, offers a wide
variety of classes and individual tutorials in Max/MSP and Jitter for
beginner and intermediate levels. A new round of introductory classes
start in February, in March we hold a full-week crash course in
Max/MSP. Our One-on-one Certificate is geared towards students who
want to develop their own project during the training. For details
call Hans Tammen at 212-431-1130 ext 13, or log on to
www.harvestworks.org.
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MAX/MSP AND INTERACTIVE
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INTRODUCTION TO MAX/MSP
Zachary Seldess
A: Thursdays, Feb 7, 14, 21 and 28 - 6:30-9:30pm
B: Tuesdays, April 1, 8, 15 and 22 - 6:30-9:30pm
$430/$490
This introductory course includes basic programming with Max, MIDI,
control, user interfaces, timing objects, and scaling/mapping numbers
INTRODUCTION TO JITTER
Zachary Seldess
Thursdays, March 6, 13 and 20 - 6:30-9:30pm
$325/$385
The course will be in the format of a hands-on workshop to get Max
users familiar with the Jitter object system.
MAX SPECIALTY WEEK
Various Instructors
Mon - Fri, March 24 - 27, 6:30 - 9:30pm
Each night $110/$185
Each night we will focus on a special topic of interest for the Max
community, such as FFTs, 3D-Surround Video, Feedback etc. Details TBA.
MAX/MSP/JITTER FULL WEEK INTENSIVE COURSE
Dafna Naphtali / Zachary Seldess
Mon - Fri, March 17 - 21, 10am - 6pm
$1200 + membership $75
Full week crash course in Max/MSP and Jitter.
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INTRODUCTION TO FINAL CUT PRO
Lauren Petty / Linda Post
A: Wednesdays, Feb 6, 13 and 20 - 6:30-9:30pm
B: Thursdays, April 3, 10 and 17 - 6:30-9:30pm
$325/$385
This class will introduce you to the basics of desktop editing using
Apple's Final Cut Pro Studio.
INTRODUCTION TO FLASH ANIMATION
Linda Post
Mondays, March 3, 10 and 17 - 6:30-9:30pm
$325/$385
Students will be guidedthrough the flash interface and learn how to
create animation, add audio, basic interactivity, and publish
animations for the web.
INTRODUCTION TO AFTER EFFECTS
Hisao Ihara
Tuesdays, March 4 and 11 - 6:30-9:30pm
$220/$280
This class will introduce you to After Effects, Adobe's tool to
create advanced motion graphics and visual effects.
PROCESSING: ART FROM CODE, FOR NON-CODERS
Peter Kirn
Wednesdays, March 5, 12 and 19, 6:30 - 9:30pm
$325/$385
Processing is an elegant, high-level, Java-based tool designed to
make coding friendly to artists.
INTRODUCTION TO ISADORA
Lauren Petty
Saturday, March 8, 12 to 6pm
$220/$280
Isadora is a graphic programming environment that provides
interactive control over digital media, with special emphasis on the
real-time manipulation of digital video.
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