The Drill Dojo Pyware Tutorial
My Drill Dojo Pyware Tutorial is currently on pause, but will be given new life and once again available. I promise it will bigger and better!
The Drill Dojo Visual Design Workshop will be offered once again in 2026.
In 2026 I will again be offering my Drill Dojo Visual Design Workshops . Click HERE for a past workshop schedule.
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 2023 design during the workshop! I offer ongoing support for all participants throughout their fall season in the way of feedback and consultation. Cost for the Drill Dojo Visual Design Workshop is $225. Participants who pay their registration in full by May 18, 2026 will save $25!
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, Coordinate Sheets, and Ultimate Drillbook