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I always use tape which already contains a recording - that's fundamental to the process for me. Serendipity is very important also, though the preparation of tapes containing random found sounds recorded decades ago, as well as radio and electronic sounds I've recorded months or years back, is the starting point. Having organised a set of tapes with potentially useful sounds, it's then a case of trial and error to see what might crop up when the loops are made - sometimes using a single piece of tape, other times joining different pieces to see if they work together. Getting the join just right is a crucial part - when it really works it can be very difficult to tell where the splice is. There wouldn't be much point in splicing a loop with nothing on it, only to then have to re-make the splice to get a newly recorded sequence with a perfect join. Tape loops much more than several seconds in duration, don't tend to work so well in my opinion, as the repetition and rhythm is usually lost or attenuated. When using found sounds, the tape machine that was originally used for recording, and the machine used for the loop playback, may also play a part depending on whether half track or quarter track machines are involved. IH

If the translation is accurate, then thanks for your comments and enthusiasm. IH

Thanks. Yes, the book is called Make Moving Patterns. IH

Thanks. Feel free to drop me a line and might be able to work something out. Contact details on website: www.ianhelliwell.co.uk

Thanks! The ink was squeezed out of felt tip pens. IH

@@IanHelliwell-films Squeezed out? Did you crack them open and pour the ink on the film? I'm also looking for alternatives besides Dr. Martin Inks.

Nice one, thanks! IH

Nice one! I reckon you could be spot on with that observation. IH

Many thanks! IH

Thanks for the comment! IH

Thanks! No DVD alas, as various licensing issues preclude a release, but a Helliwell CD of electronic music is indeed planned for 2023. The full hour long Practical Electronica film is available to hire for screenings.

@@IanHelliwell-films thanks Ian I love what you do … I met you at colour out of space fest some time ago at wonderful live performance in a tower … I’m looking for the workshop of the world cdr if you have a spare I’ve been looking for ages now Keep up the good work it’s a joy to watch & listen to your creations 👍🪐

Great, nice one! Good you made it to the Pepperpot tower. Feel free to email directly about the Workshop... CDr; there are a couple left. Contact details are on the website: www.ianhelliwell.co.uk

@@IanHelliwell-films thanks Ian I’ll do that this weekend … you work is a joy

sent to the yahoo email is that correct I can't see another email on your website many thanks Ian

Thanks for the comment! IH.

Thanks! There is the need to find someone willing to fund a release, get it made and distribute it. IH

Thanks. The patterns are purely generated by video feedback - pointing the camera at the screen of the monitor to which it is connected. The sort of colours, textures and patterns achieved will depend on several factors: most notably the type of camera, the type of TV monitor and the way in which the camera is positioned and moved in relation to the screen. Quite different results will be reached according to variations in these parameters. Making a worthwhile film out of what can be generated with feedback however, is another matter; the timing, editing and music are all key to it being more than simply a few nice patterns to look at. IH

Sorry Darren, none of my audiovisual work has been commercially released, apart from Art Flies Free, which is an extra on the Jeff Keen Gazwrx DVD set. If I had the resources and some backing I'd bring out my own DVD box set. Maybe one day... IH

Thanks for your generous comment. IH

Thanks. Well, the circular image was generated as soon as the video camera was pointed at the monitor, and from there it was a case of making small movements with the camera to activate different colours and patterns. It's very much a trial and error process to see what might occur - attempting to develop the most interesting images as they evolve. IH

Thanks for the appreciative feedback. IH