NO-TECH AND LOW-TECH TIME DESIGN

Description
In this two- to five- day workshop, a wide range of narrative strategies will be presented, using “no-tech” photocopies and “low-tech” computer programs, such as Powerpoint or iMovie. Workshop pace and content will work best for intermediate students and highly motivated beginners.

Objectives

To explore various multiple image relationships, (graphic, spatial, conceptual and rhythmic)
To experiment with temporal variations, such as in duration, tempo, and chronology
To encourage risk-taking. This workshop is based on divergent thinking: a willingness to suspend expectations and immerse oneself in an exploratory process. We will focus on learning through doing, rather than learning through detached observation.
To develop critical judgment. Hands-on work will be punctuated with frequent discussions.

Format
Intensive workshop, including lectures, demos, crits, break-out sessions.

Supplies Per Person

30 sheets 6×18″ black construction paper
roll scotch tape
3 light colored prismacolors
flash drive
Macintosh Computer.
We also need photocopier in room.

BASIC SCHEDULE (details to be developed with host school)

Day 1: Multiple Image Relationships; basic book construction
Day 2: The Decisive Moment; expanded book construction
Day 3: Temporal Variations; Imovie or Powerpoint basics
Day 4: Changing the Setting Changes the Story
Day 5: Final project development and critique

References
The Gift of Stories, Atkinso
The Writing Life, Dillard
Writing Down the Bones, Goldberg
A World in Light, Sarton
Composing a Life, Bateson
Story, McKee
Examples: Mama Makes Up Her Mind, Bailey White
The Things I’ve Got Growing Deep Down Inside, Jo Van Arkel, most of Garrion Keeler
The Oxford Book of Ages, Sampson