Events . TWxW: Audio-Visual Critters with Rew, Julie Mallis, gfx

TWxW: Audio-Visual Critters with Rew, Julie Mallis, gfx

The gfx monthly residency at Ace Hotel continues its expansion!
Pop-up by girlFX
Ace Hotel Pittsburgh 120 S Whitfield St Pittsburgh
21+ $0 / $0

The gfx monthly residency at Ace Hotel continues its expansion!

In partnership with Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, every 2nd Monday we'll be offering a musical instrument / production WORKSHOP & PLAYGROUND ~ BEFORE ~ IN THE WEEDS from 7-9:30PM to give you more of the sounds you love. Come make some noise with us! FREE & open to the public, all-ages welcome :)

* * * OCTOBER 8: AUDIO-VISUAL CRITTERS * * *
* WORKSHOP: Rew (PGH), Critter and Guitari ETC video synthesizer > 7:30-8:30pm, Gym
https://www.rew.media, https://www.mixcloud.com/rewmedia
* IN THE WEEDS: Julie Mallis (PGH) > 9pm-12am, Lobby
http://www.juliemallis.com

WORKSHOP: Inspired by dublab DJ/VJ Alex Pelly (Pellyvision) as well as the analog-tinged images of creative coder Gilbert Sinnott, Rew is a Pittsburgh-based VJ who does live video mixing for a wide array of musical acts. She enjoys preparing visuals that pair closely with the type of music they are for. In this workshop, Rew will teach you how to use the Critter and Guitari ETC video synth to create visuals that are reactive to music. An incredibly compact gadget, the ETC generates visuals via its built-in mono input (plus it has MIDI connections, which keep everything in sync if you’re performing live). The result is a cross between an iTunes visualizer and Nintendo-style graphics, creating everything from “smooth undulating patterns to rapid fire animations.” Bonus: once you’ve mastered the basics, the ETC also allows you to program your own modes and upload them to the device.

WEEDS: Julie Mallis (aka Julie Malice) is a multimedia artist and educator working with digital media, paint, installation, performance and audience interaction. Their work focuses on building community, placemaking, speaking truth to power, and imagining new landscapes. With a maximalist approach to media, they overlap labyrinthine details onto abstract environments, integrate text into imagery, and use projection mapping of audio-reactive animations to create multi sensory experiences.

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The WORKSHOP (7:30-8:30pm): we've invited local & visiting artist-educators to take inspiration from electronic music pioneers past & present in choosing a piece of gear from the library’s collection to share with you. They will show you the basics, along with some pro-tips & tricks to achieving that sound that may have been stuck in your playlist or between your ears :)

The PLAYGROUND (7-9:30pm): CLP offers a special selection from their ever-growing instrument collection that you can play with at your own pace. Explore or perfect your skills in a chill atmosphere, and remember, you can always check out this equipment from the library to take home for more fun!

CLP: The Music Department at the CLP – Main Library has a growing collection of musical instruments and gear available for FREE check out and in-house exploration. The collection includes analog and digital synthesizers, drum machines, guitar pedals, microphones, ukuleles, a Moog Theremin and more.

For more information visit the Library’s Music Resources page
>> https://www.carnegielibrary.org/services/music-resources
or contact a Music Librarian at 412.622.3105, musicdept@carnegielibrary.org.

Big thanks to CLP for partnering on this program and Ace Hotel for the continued support. This has been a goal of ours since we began ITW and we couldn't do it without you!

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gfx is a collective of women and non-binary individuals who stand for ownership and representation in the nightlife community.

We host a resident party at Hot Mass every 5th Saturday, Ace Hotel Pittsburgh’s monthly “In The Weeds” second Mondays, a sober after-hours called “Tea Time” during the cold months, and special events all over. We welcome people of all identities.

gfx strives to create responsible spaces and is committed to your physical and emotional safety at events. If you witness or experience harassment, discrimination, or behavior that poses as a potential threat during your time at In The Weeds x Workshop, we encourage you to speak with a gfx member or Ace Hotel staff. We take these issues seriously, and are an open door to answer questions, and assist as best we can. We want you to have a great night -- know that you can reach out to us at any time.

Related Entities: girlFX
Tags: Electronic Live Visuals