Since the summer of 2020 I have been offering the Drill Dojo Pyware Tutorial and Visual Design Workshops. Both are 100% online via Zoom. I am currently planning for upcoming offerings. Check back here to get information.
A screen cap during one of our zoom sessions. From a participant, “The materials presented in the drill dojo tutorial and workshop were appropriate for a wide range of experience levels and the content addressed a number of aspects of drill design. I came away with ideas and skills to keep me busy and I look forward to attending again in the future!”
In 2025 I will again be offering my Drill Dojo Tutorial and Visual Design Workshop. The workshop will be 100% online utilizing zoom meeting format with presentations, demonstrations, activities, and group discussion. This provides a collaborative learning atmosphere for participants. Although all demonstrations will utilize Pyware software, participants may design by any means they wish. The workshop adjusts to the experience level of the participants with the intent of providing a foundation for the beginner and jump starting creativity in the more “seasoned” designer. Participants are encouraged to have their own music and show ideas to share and actually craft during the workshop. Get started on your Fall 2025 design during the workshop! I offer ongoing support for all participants throughout their fall season in the way of feedback and consultation. Projected cost is $125 for the Drill Dojo Pyware Tutorial and $225 for the Drill Dojo Visual Design Workshop. Bundle and SAVE! Participants who register for both workshops will save $25 on their total registration. Both workshops for only $325.
Topics for the workshop include but are not limited to:
Creativity and Where Do Ideas Come From?
Getting organized (before starting to design)
The Field as a Stage
Staging Elements (Winds, Percussion, Color guard, Props, etc.)
Basic Movement
Levels of Design (adapted from George Zingali)
Logic in Design: The Application of Molly Bang’s Book Picture This: How Pictures Work
Getting Started: The Opening Set
Creating Motion
Managing Level of Demand in Design
Everything is a Remix
Designing Like a Pirate
Shape Evolution
Communicating With Performers and Staff: Instructions, Charts, and Coordinate Sheets