INTRODUCTION TO LASER CUTTING
This course includes an introduction to Inkscape, the free and open source vector software youdesign with, an explanation of how a laser cutter works and how to send your designs tothe cutter.
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Audience: |
Schools (30 spaces) or Public (15 spaces) |
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Min age: |
8 years |
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Duration: |
2 hours |
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Required course: |
None |
INTRODUCTION TO VECTOR SOFTWARE
The pattern the laser cuts is based on vector drawings. This course develops your skills at making vector drawings using the software tool Inkscape. It includes tracing basic images using Inkscape, creating a vector graphic from a photo andrefining and using colours to get more varied finishes fromthe laser cutter.
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Audience: |
Schools (30 spaces) or Public (15 spaces) |
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Min age: |
8 years |
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Duration: |
2 hours |
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Required course: |
Introduction to laser cutting |
LASER CUTTING TEXTILES
This laser cutting for textiles course opens up a wholerange of possibilities in the world of fashion, jewellery and interior design. We’ll be teaching you how to workwith felt and develop a range of textile samples that canthen be assembled into fashionable brooches.This introduction will get you ready to explore other textile projects.
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Audience: |
Public (15 spaces) |
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Min age: |
13 years |
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Duration: |
2 hours |
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Required course: |
Introduction to laser cutting |
RAPID PROTOTYPING CHALLENGE
The laser cutter can be used to quickly develop new product ideas into physical prototypes. Within a very short period of time, you will develop an idea into adesign concept, create a vector file and cut out theprototype for a real-life test.
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Audience: |
Public (15 spaces) |
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Min age: |
13 years |
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Duration: |
2 hours |
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Required course: |
Introduction to laser cutting |