Sophie's beginner workshop aim is to demystify algorithms, by explaining that code and algorithms are just forms of instructions that can be replicated manually in order to create artworks on and off screen.
This workshop will introduce you to the history of computer code, touching on Ada Lovelace and the first computer algorithms using punch cards. It wil then draw connections with fibre arts, for example Anni Albers weaving and knitting pattern instructions.
Once you will become familiar with types of coding functions such as loops, modulo and random(), you will be making you patterns with these functions.
Each participant will leave with their own ‘algorithmically generated’ coaster or small wall/ door hanging. There will be the opportunity to exhibit your creations for the length of the festival too as part of the exhibition!
Experience level
This workshop is suitable for beginners.
The crochet style of making on a plastic canvas is very simple, use a card to trim yarn to the same length and tie yarn onto canvas using a crochet hook. The example video here uses a latch hook but it's the same principle.
Bio
Sophie Nadel is a web developer and creative technologist based in London. Her personal work is driven by combining the physical and digital world in order to break down accessibility barriers in tech. In her spare time she is a keen knitter and crocheter.
If you are in need of a discounted or free ticket due to financial hardship, please email rhizomatic.ldn@gmail.com .