[dorkbotpdx-blabber] lightbar is coming!

[Ben]

I've been using the USB DMX Pro from enttec for a while to run midi-synced
light sequences.  I think you can do it with the arduino for less money
though.

http://www.arduino.cc/playground/Learning/DMX

-Ben


On Tue, Dec 9, 2008 at 12:29 PM, Brad <upchurch.brad at gmail.com> wrote:

>
> Mykle,  thats exciting that it will return.
>
> Is anyone on the list playing with DMX hardware?
>
>
>
> On Tue, Dec 9, 2008 at 10:20 AM, Mykle Hansen <mykle at mykle.com> wrote:
>
>> hello ...
>>
>> i was really inspired by the sunday slideshow
>> of seattle dorkbot art shows.  thanks shelly
>> for coming down!
>>
>> and that reminded me that its time for me to start
>> soliciting proposals, art and ideas for my yearly
>> light-party, called LIGHTBAR, which will be happening
>> on weekends this February.
>>
>> LIGHTBAR is a Seasonal Affective Disorder treatment
>> center, deployed every year (except last year) to cure
>> Portland of winter depression.  It's an all-white space
>> filled with various kinds of bright light, and for
>> the duration of its existence it's a home and venue
>> for inspiring, energizing art and coordinated color.
>>
>> in particular, any sort of light-sculpture or interactive
>> lighting system, or other light-based artwork that you
>> might have or be considering making would be a great
>> thing to display or install at LIGHTBAR.  also, we'll
>> have video projectors and are looking for interesting
>> projector-art projects.  or even if you have any cool
>> lamps or bulbs collecting dust, and are looking for an excuse
>> to light them up, this will be that good excuse.  other
>> kinds of electric/kinetic art could be cool too, although
>> it's not a huge space so your 8-foot-wide whirling bladed
>> robot may need to stand outside.  but if you have something
>> to show, or you think you will by then, please get in
>> touch!
>>
>> Aside from light-art, LIGHTBAR will also offer a complete
>> menu of cultural events, beverages and light snacks for
>> the month of February.  it might even be a good place for
>> Dorkbot events or meetings.  At this point I'm still booking
>> the space so if you have an idea for an event to hold there,
>> do get in touch.
>>
>> In summary: LIGHTBAR is coming, please be a part of it!
>>
>> thanks,
>> -mykle-
>>
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