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ARTLAB+ is a free digital art studio for teens. Have you seen our new music video? Link below! Comment policy:

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We’ve been cookin’ up a new (covid safe) workshop series...Respect Her Crank!: Sounds of Blackness. From February through June, we’re examining the role of Black women in American music through production, songwriting, and graphic design. Learn more! https://t.co/pBj0WR1Q6P

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Are you curious about the intersection between wellness and Black women in theatre? Join us alongside @morgan_the_magnificent for our FINAL #SoundsofBlackness workshop tomorrow. Register here: https://t.co/WVnzoJ4IPp

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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: https://t.co/867eG2K5KS

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This Tuesday and Thursday in #SoundsofBlackness, 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: https://t.co/pGgYvWkicr

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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 @msmorrae today at 4 pm. Can't join today? Come through Thursday! Register here: https://t.co/KgOPWyzaqG

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Cover art illustrates the stories told throughout the entire album. This week in #SoundsofBlackness we will study popular album cover art and learn to visually narrate sonic stories. Register here: https://t.co/kI6XJEFbWC

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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: https://t.co/n6vb3i3nRe or in our bio link.

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Join us tomorrow for a #SoundsofBlackness workshop, where we will introduce you to music theory for producers. Inspired by award-winning record producers, you'll learn beat composition and flourish into a dope music producer. Go on, register here: https://t.co/f4Plbt9Huj

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We're committed to bringing ARTLAB to YOU. #SoundsofBlackness continues all throughout the month of may. Check out our full list of online workshops: https://t.co/xYqgTDjytM. Or hit that bio link! Next week we're "Theorizing Beats Like Nova Wav" w/ @msmorrae

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Wondering what @GirlsRockDC 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!

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

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

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

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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.

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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: https://t.co/V5nit6dsox

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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 #SoundsOfBlackness. Register right now, right now.

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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! #SoundsOfBlackness

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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!

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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: https://t.co/dditHm0HYJ

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#RespectHerCrank #SoundsofBlackness programs have been droppin gems like this all year. We don't know how long we'll be in this panini BUT we're here to ensure you're making art at home. Join us on Tues/Thurs to learn all about voice sampling. Register: https://t.co/xp9F3hkVBs

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Attention students age 14-24: Tomorrow is the last day to the Summer Youth Employment Program! Apply today at https://t.co/6XOuv41DBP. https://t.co/wCuicT4JRV