We are pleased to invite you to participate in our TEI Studio on Collaborative Creative Coding Through Drawing Robots.

Plotters are 3-axis computer numerical control (CNC) machines that have a rich connection to art and image-making. We believe plotters have great potential as a tool to bridge the digital-physical divide, allowing learners from a variety of backgrounds to gain immediate satisfaction from their programming by translating digital output into physical artifacts. In addition, due to their roots in art, plotters may be more inviting to students from artistic backgrounds new to programming.

Through the workshop, participants will experience creative coding in digital and physical settings. With the goal of creating a series of four images collaboratively, we will introduce participants to foundational programming concepts using the Python language. We will plot these digital creations during the studio to introduce the benefits and limitations of plotters. Participants will receive the physical plots after the studio.

This call is open for those interested in exploring creative programming through the lens of plotters. No previous coding experience is required. This four-hour studio will be conducted online, through Zoom.

Apply

To apply to participate in this studio, please email us with the following information:

  • Name
  • One paragraph self-introduction, including description of previous experience in programming and plotters (if any).
  • One paragraph statement of interest
  • Any additional relevant information you’d like to share (e.g., link to website)

Date

  • The call closes on 1/31/2022 (anywhere on earth).
  • We will confirm with the selected participants by Feb 4. Due to limitations on workshop size, we may not be able to take all applicants for this studio, but will be happy to share the studio result, material, and other opportunities!
    • Please only register after you’ve received confirmation from us.