Isaac Darnall

Contributing Writer
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I've made my home in Franklin, Tennessee as a writer/musician/photographer. I focused on fiction for about five years, and while it is my passion, I'm taking the next few years to hone my non-fiction and journalism skills. My internship at Portland Monthly Magazine was a huge encouragement towards this goal.

Website up soon!

Latest Articles

Writing Short Stories – The Basics
This tutorial provides a little help for new writers who are breaking into the wonderful world of short stories. Advanced writers might find some useful reminders also.
Jan 30, 2010 - Isaac Darnall
Legion Starring Paul Bettany - A Review
Finally, humankind has angered director Scott Stewart beyond the breaking point - the end is nigh: his film Legion in all its pestilence has been loosed across the land.
Jan 23, 2010 - Isaac Darnall
Home Recording Studio Sound: Two Audio Effects
This tutorial covers two basic sound effects, described in terms of ProTools software but applicable to any digital recording sequencer used in a home studio.
Jan 18, 2010 - Isaac Darnall
Home Recording Studio Sound: Audio Mixing
This tutorial covers the basics of mixing a recorded session, described in terms of ProTools software but applicable to any digital recording sequencer.
Jan 6, 2010 - Isaac Darnall
How To Write Songs: Lyrics
Here are some tactics and techniques which will help both professional and novice songwriters understand the ins and outs of lyricism.
Dec 24, 2009 - Isaac Darnall
How To Write Songs: Music & Melody
Here are some tactics and techniques which will help both professionals and novices alike write their own original music and melodies.
Dec 24, 2009 - Isaac Darnall
Home Recording Studio Sound: Custom Percussion
This tutorial deals with the construction, arrangement and sonic engineering of a solid percussion session for those without access to a drum or percussion set.
Dec 16, 2009 - Isaac Darnall
Home Recording Studio Sound: Rhythm Section
Here are some basic pointers to help both professionals and home studio producers improve their rhythm section through music comprehension and structural understanding.
Dec 14, 2009 - Isaac Darnall