TactileAudio Project
Touch. Listen. Feel. Accessible technology for artists and designers.
TactileAudio Project is a technology and approach to an embodied sensorial listening experience. Create tactile, sonic and haptic interfaces that connect users and listeners to stories and soundscapes. The simple DYI electronics and coding are designed for easy fabrication, inclusive design and simple programming by anyone who imagines transformative touching and listening.
Build the TactileAudio Kit
We provide a full set of easy to follow instructions that explain how to build and use your own TactileAudio Kit. The instructions include a materials list, an introduction to soldering, a step-by-step approach to fabrication, and ways to create your sensors. It also includes the custom software necessary to load the drivers and program your kit. Please visit TactileAudio.org for a full set of instructions.
Explore TactileAudio Projects
TactileAudio Projects range from sonic art installations to social practice workshops. Artworks have been exhibited throughout the US and Europe while social practice projects have been implemented in the US, Mexico, Europe and Australia. Links below to sample projects.
The Makers
TactileAudio is designed by Kristine Diekman and Craig James.
Kristine Diekman is an international artist and educator who collaborates with artists, scientists and community members to design and produce interactive interfaces for embodied listening.
Craig James is an Electrical Engineer (UC Davis) and Computer Scientist (Stanford) who enjoys encapsulating complex technology into easy-to-use systems that are accessible to artists, designers, and assistive-technology projects