About the Teaching Artist

Robert Stokowy is an artist, educator, and artistic researcher born and raised in Cologne, Germany. His work combines sound with interdisciplinary practices such as writing, photography, printmaking, videography. After earning a M.A. in Sound Studies, Robert has had exhibitions, installations, tours, and performances internationally.

How Much?

Registration – Subsidized Registration – Regular  Registration – Community Support
$110 $135 $160

 

Covid Policies

  • If you are feeling ill do not come to this class
  • Masks are optional

Class Description

We all have fascinating stories to tell, and love listening to them! This workshop is an opportunity for everyone to learn how to create great audio pieces affordably. No previous knowledge is needed! Be it a podcast, documentary sound recordings, interviews, or radio dramas – Sound Narratives will give you all the tools you need to realize your ideas.

Students of this course can:
1) Learn about genres and styles of sonic narratives
2) Gain experience in recording and editing
3) Create their own pieces

Covered Topics:
Storytelling
Recording
Crafting projects
Editing audio
Publishing

 

Where

This class will be indoors in the main Harwood Building. 1114 7th St nw 87102

When

Class is scheduled for Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm for six weeks.

First day of class: Wednesday October 2nd

Last day of class: Wednesday November 6th

Who

Open to teens (15-19) and adults (20 and up) of all experience levels.

What to Bring

Notepad and pen

Recording device: (Option A) smartphone (with the spotify for podcasters app installed Apple / Android) ; (Option B) mobile recorder (example) ; (Option C) microphone + recording device of your choice

Headphones (any kind is good)

Charger (or batteries) for recording devices

Questions?

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Hollie Putnam at hollie@harwoodartcenter.org

Refund Policy

Class Fee refunds will be issued less a 10% administrative fee on a case by case basis and requests must be emailed to Hollie (hollie@harwoodartcenter.org) at least one week prior to the start date of the class. The Class Fees will not be refunded if students request to withdraw from the workshop less than one week before the start date of the class or after the class has begun. If the class is cancelled by Harwood Art Center for any reason, the Class Fee will be refunded in full.