Audio Engineering, Composition, Visual Design, and Writing
Audio Engineering, Composition, Visual Design, and Writing
My name is Keenan Ketzner, and I'm a multidisciplinary artist based in Whatcom County, Washington. I studied audio production at Fairhaven College, where I specialized in composition, mixing, mastering, and engineering. Over the years, I’ve collaborated with a wide range of musicians and filmmakers, bringing a deep curiosity and hands-on approach to every project. I have a particular passion for restoring damaged or unconventional recordings, as well as capturing the energy of live performances in challenging environments.
Beyond audio work, I also have a strong background in visual art, with training in drawing and photo manipulation. My design portfolio includes poster work for both local and touring artists, as well as experimental visual projects that explore form, texture, and mood. I’m also an active writer, contributing interviews, show reviews, and editorial pieces that reflect my investment in the artistic communities that fascinate me.
The name Keenwa is a blend of my first name and the place I’ve called home for most of my life. It captures the tone I strive for in my work: fresh, playful, grounded in personal experience. As Keenwa, I aim to create spaces where sound, image, and narrative coalesce into boundary-pushing art. Every project I take on is guided by my DIY ethos and a deep respect for the artists and stories at the heart of the work.
My main bandcamp page which leads to all my other projects that are written, recorded, and produced by me
A collection of some of my custom designed sound effects
Remix project based on recordings of the lovely John Swanke, also links to my ambient/noise projects
A remastering project where I touched up nearly decade old remixes and breathed new life into them, along with creating the album cover with longtime collaborator Justin Klipping
Mixed and mastered this beautiful collection of tunes by Noise Not Songs
Mixed and mastered this EP by Ticks 'n' Tones
Did ADR, mixing, and mastering for this delightfully mad short film by Hackjob Productions
Did mixing, sound design, and composing for this version of the 48-hour fest short by Nico Fiery
Mixed and mastered several tracks by the tuneful Andrian Universe
Filmed, recorded, and mixed this performance of the tenacious Porch Cat
Recorded and mixed this unique performance once again by Swanke
Recorded and mixed this burt of noise by the lovely S̷U̷I̷C̷I̷D̷E̷ ̷V̷E̷S̷T̷ and ACÉPHALE
Gallery of my creative works done in an assortment of styles
Gallery of posters done for various musicians
Examples of my photo restoration work
Video art/senior project based on the compositions written throughout my time at Western Washington University
Visualizers for a split with the legendary b l u e s c r e e n
Collection of some of my favorite photographs
Live show review: Shut Up and Listen
Reflection on Scarecrow Video: Purile Intentions
Interview with Creed Bratton: What's Up! Magazine
Podcast about hearing health: Personal archive
Reviews and Blog: LiveJournal
"Keenan brought new life to my ten-year-old tracks. It sounds better than I ever imagined. He is a wizard, and truly understands the needs of any artist he's working with."
– Justin (Midisoft Deluxe)
"He took our video baby and raised it into a beautiful final product. Thank you so much!"
– Johnny Bunch (Hackjob Productions)
"Keenan worked fast and did a great job making my latest album sound warm and big. When the mix came back I had almost no notes! "
– John Swanke (John Swanke)
