ExiTrip

Here at DAC we're really excited about Lea Bertucci and Ed Bear's ExiTrip project. So excited we've got them coming to DAC to put on a workshop this month!

Here's a brief description of what Ed and Lea have been doing:

"...we are distributing hacked low power FM transmitters, based on the iTrip Nano, to artists of different creative disciplines and work with them to create artworks using, though not necessarily focusing on, this device. We are documenting the work and will compile everyone’s pieces for a book that will go to print spring of next year."

This project puts obsolete technology to use, saving it from a landfill, and creates a cheap and adaptable resource for musicians and visual artists. Artists already involved with the project have used the hacked iTrip devices in a variety of innovative ways. You can see their work here.

On Monday, February 21, Ed and Lea will be at Dumbo Arts Center with a 3-hour workshop on the hacking process. At the conclusion of the session, every participant will have one hacked iTrip transmitter. Ed and Lea will demonstrate various uses of the device including generating feedback, using the transmitter as a wireless microphone, and altering the range though antenna manipulation. Additionally, they will emphasize the ease and importance of repurposing obsolete electronics for creative/subversive actions. More information and registration is here on DAC's website.

AND, for anyone who would like to be a part of the upcoming ExiTrip book, there is an open call for both papers and artist projects. The deadline is February 15. Spread the word!