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Two Workshops by Camilo Sandoval

January, 19th 2026
Multi-threaded conversations

January, 23rd, 26th 2026 Control Freak

Workshop 1, Multi-threaded conversations

Duration: two sessions (4 hours each)
Dates: 19.01.2026, full day
Materials: wool, cardboard and hands

Image taken from „Wie man ein Seil macht“, from Sabine Hoeth – SWR, in the video: Bernhard Muffler

Following the example of the “círculos de palabra” (word circles) we will exchange thoughts and stories that we will weave into an object. Based on several handcraft techniques, we are going to twist, braid, and loom ropes together. Each rope is the materialization of an algorithm and the vessel of a narration. All hands will be working rhythmically in a collective choreography, harmonized to the sound of our words.
This is a hands-on-workshop that emphasizes on group storytelling, as a way to escape individualism.
We will have the common goal of making a “Warak'a” (Andean sling) and a “Chumbe” (belt).
No previous knowledge is needed.

Here some examples of the objects we will do:

Replica of a Warak'a by Rosa García, 2024

Chumbe Camëntsá, author unknown

Here some examples of my recent work:

Mochila Roja, Camilo Sandoval - 2026

Mochila Mazorca, Camilo Sandoval - 2025

Mochila Nido de Serpientes, Camilo Sandoval - 2025

Workshop 2, Control Freak

Duration: three sessions (4 hours each)
Dates: 23.01.2026, half day - 26.01.2026, full day
Materials: ESP32, cables, buttons, resistors, potentiometers, cases

Controlador Rata Azul, Camilo Sandoval - 2022

Why leave anything to chance if we can control everything?! Computer autonomy? NO thanks. We will control image, sound, VR, 3D, IRL installations, etc. all in real-time! Control, control, ctrl.
We will learn how to build and program our own MIDI/OSC controllers using open source software and hardware.
From selecting a case, through soldering together buttons, knobs and other inputs, to establishing a communication protocol; all the basics of DIY electronics will be covered and each one will go home with a functional device. In the end, it is all just an excuse to build funky, freaky, playful and personalized electronics. :) Let's have fun in building custom made electronics to fit each one's artistic needs.
No previous knowledge is requiered but it helps out if you have already soldered or programmed a bit.

Here some examples of some past controllers:

Controlador Conchita, Camilo Sandoval - 2025

Controlador Pulmoll, Camilo Sandoval - 2022

Controlador Hiroshige, Camilo Sandoval - 2019

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