Artlab Plus

02/08/2021

Job Alert: The Hirshhorn has an opening for a Teen Programs Specialist.

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21/06/2021

Are you curious about the intersection between wellness and Black women in theatre? Join us alongside for our FINAL workshop tomorrow. Register here: http://ow.ly/thy150FeZaN

14/06/2021

Many musicians gain recognition in their neighborhoods, cities, and towns, by performing and promoting their music locally. Join us on Tuesday or Thursday to design flyers and posters that capture the attention of potential fans. Go on and register here: http://ow.ly/bY9550EYrsL

07/06/2021

This Tuesday and Thursday in , take your songs to the next level with vocal effects that captivate listeners. We will examine songs by artists like Janet Jackson and SZA then add effects to our favorite songs. Register today: http://ow.ly/hlM650EYr1w

01/06/2021

You've ever been brought to your feet by a FIRE beat? Inspired by the famous Missy Elliot, learn how to produce your own hip-hop and RnB music with today at 4 pm. Can't join today? Come through Thursday! Register here: http://ow.ly/SnAJ50EYqL6

17/05/2021

Cover art illustrates the stories told throughout the entire album. This week in we will study popular album cover art and learn to visually narrate sonic stories. Register here: https://smithsonian.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hvIYp4IvR7O9Yz1ZOrxeng

10/05/2021

From jazz to pop, in this week's workshop we will examine the work of artists like Bobbi Humphrey and Lizzo to understand how to create feel good melodies using wind and brass instruments. Register here: http://ow.ly/bnrh50EBYmD or in our bio link.

03/05/2021

Join us tomorrow for a workshop, where we will introduce you to music theory for producers. Inspired by the award-winning record producers Nova Wav, you will learn standard beat composition and flourish into a dope music producer. Go on, hit that bio link!

30/04/2021

We're committed to bringing ARTLAB to YOU. continues all throughout the month of may. Check out our full list of online workshops: http://ow.ly/dmFZ50EBXxj. Or hit that bio link! Next week we're "Theorizing Beats Like Nova Wav" w/

26/04/2021

Wondering what and ARTLAB are getting into this week? On Tues and Thurs artist Shady Rose will guide us through Black music history, have us understand the innovations of Black women in music, and then facilitate song creation. Click the bio link. All are welcome!

23/04/2021

That's right! Our collaboration next week is with no other than Shady Rose from , who will be walking us through Black music history and song creation on Soundtrap! Go on and register early with our bio link.

19/04/2021

The biggest musicians have recognizable brands. A logo is one of the most important elements of a musician’s brand. In tomorrow's workshop, learn how a logo can be designed to elevate and differentiate a musicians identity. As always, register w/ our bio link.

12/04/2021

Do you have some sweet melodies that need catchy lyrics? This week, we're studying the work of artists like Lizzo in our workshop series. Stop by Tuesday or Thursday from 4–5:30 PM ET. Register with the link in our bio!

05/04/2021

You don't need fancy software or music equipment to become the best music producer. Our girl, J'Nae gives you the tea on FREE production software at tomorrow's workshop. Can't make it tomorrow? No biggie, join us Thursday. Register with the link in our bio.

02/04/2021

Just cause we're not in our space doesn't mean we can't elevate our music production skills. This week, we will be getting down to the nitty gritty on mixing. All are welcome to join us this upcoming Tu/Th from 4–5:30 ET. Register here: http://ow.ly/IK6950DZy6f

25/03/2021

What are you manifesting? In today’s workshop local creative Morgan Charéce will guide us in making our own vision boards. Learn more about the relationship between manifestations and . Register right now, right now.

24/03/2021

Mmmm do you hear the beautiful excerpts from Blck Girl, Call Home by Jasmine Mans. If you couldn’t make it yesterday, join us tomorrow at 4 pm for an exploration of poetry, affirmations, and yoga with the wonderful Morgan Charéce. Just click that bio link!

23/03/2021

📢 Join local artist Morgan Charéce in a powerful and restorative workshop tomorrow! As a part of our series, Morgan will lead an exploration of poetry, affirmations, meditation, and yoga because self-care and rest are integral to Black resilience. So, go on and register with our bio link. All you will need is your beautiful self, a mat or blanket, a journal, and writing and coloring tools.

Can’t join us Tuesday? No problem! Come through Thursday. All are welcome!

17/03/2021

Did you miss our graphic design workshop yesterday? Don't worry! We got another one TOMORROW from 4–5:30. Join us for an exploration of typography and Black music. You won't want to miss it!

15/03/2021

Y'all missing ARTLAB like us? Who knows when the panda will be over but until then, join us virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays for virtual workshops. This week, we're focusing on graphic design, specifically typography.

Register ASAP: http://ow.ly/kfls50DZw0e

08/03/2021

Y'all! Our programs have been droppin' gemssss like this all year. We don't know how long we'll be in this panini BUT we're here to ensure you're producing, writing, and designing some heat at home. Join us on Tuesday or Thursday from 4–5:30 to learn all about voice sampling. Hit that link to register: https://lnk.bio/qm6M

05/03/2021

It is well-known that music sampling is a key element in hip-hop. However, did you know that RnB singers also use samples? This Tuesday and Thursday, analyze the work of Erykah Badu, Lil’ Kim, and Ari Lennox to explore how RnB singers sample vocal melodies and lyrics of the past. Then, create your own vocal sample. Click our bio link to learn more.

This workshop is a part of our ongoing Respect Her Crank!: Sounds of Blackness series. Can't make it this time? That's fine we got workshops every week through June.

01/03/2021

HELLO March! We're bringing you a whole new set of workshops. This week is all about music sampling. Join us on Tuesday or Thursday to learn how to identify music samples in contemporary songs and reconstruct a sample for a beat of your own. The best part is that your MIDI is your keyboard!

You already know what to do, hit that bio link.

27/02/2021

22/02/2021

To rock the mic like this your bars must be on point. Black music isn’t simply catchy words, it’s poetry. Take your poetry skills to the next level on Tuesday and Thursday with our guest instructors this week, . All you need is paper and pencil 📝. By the end of the workshop you will walk away with an original poem and have the opportunity to share your bars.

This workshop is a part of our weekly Respect Her Crank!: Sounds of Blackness workshop series. Just click the bio link to register!

17/02/2021

Attention all teens, tomorrow our girl Candice is leading a DOPE workshop especially for you. This workshop sits at the intersection of graphic design and Black music, with a special focus on Black women. Go ahead, don't wait a minute longer and sign up: http://ow.ly/GmpL50DCbt6

15/02/2021

Graphic design is used to enhance music. Just think about your favorite album cover. Do any of the old heads recall the beautiful cover of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill? Or check out the beautiful work of our alumn, Diego.

This week, Respect Her Crank!: Designing Sounds of Blackness workshops draw the relationship between graphic design and music and teaches the fundamental principles of design. You won’t want to miss out. Just click: http://ow.ly/k0WC50DAe0T

11/02/2021

LOOOOOOVEEEE! Singer songwriter Keyshia Cole can make us all catch the feels with this classic hit. Teens, join us TODAY from 4-5:30 for a Writing Sounds of Blackness 📝workshop focused entirely on writing historical and contemporary blues music.

Sign up with our bio link 👆🏽

09/02/2021

Get into your feelings with our next Respect Her Crank!: writing Sounds of Blackness workshops, where we will get into the pains of the blues with singer songwriter (featured with some go-go makers). Go ahead and register with our bio link, right now! It’s not too late. Remember, Tuesday is tailored for educators but certainly open to all and Thursday is for teens.

Can’t join us this time? It’s all good. Respect Her Crank!: Writing Sounds of Blackness workshops occur the second Tuesday and Thursday of the month through June 2021.

05/02/2021

Oooo check some of our girls singing their original songs during Emerging Artists last year.

Black women have voiced and penned some of the most popular songs in American music history. Starting Feb. 9, the Respect Her Crank!: Writing Sounds of Blackness workshops examine the delicate craft of songwriting through influential Black women singer-songwriters. Join us by signing up with the link below and take your songs to the next level.
https://hirshhorn.si.edu/explore/respect-her-crank/writing-sounds-of-blackness/.

Can’t join us this time? It’s all good. Respect Her Crank!: Writing Sounds of Blackness workshops occur the second Tuesday and Thursday of the month through June 2021. Remember Tuesdays are tailored for educators, but open to all. Thursdays are exclusively for teens!