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Intro to Laser Crafting: Make & Take a Custom Halloween Lamp!

When
October 16, 2024
18:30 - 21:30
Location
1936 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15219
Spaces left
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Registration

General Ticket – $75.00
As this is the first time we have offered this class, we have slashed the cost even more for the first two sessions!
HackPGH Member Discounted Ticket – $70.00
HackPGH members receive a discounted price. As this is the first time we have offered this class, we have slashed the cost even more for the first two sessions!

Welcome to Intro to Laser Crafting - Halloween Edition! In this hands-on, family-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of operating HackPGH's laser cutter and the basics of designing and working from templates in LightBurn. Students will be able to create their own Halloween or Autumn acrylic lamp using laser crafting techniques. Thereafter, participants will be ready to get to work on their own independent laser craft projects.

Itinerary:
Part one: Demonstration and Choosing Templates
Our instructor will showcase the standard operating procedures for the laser cutter, then invite students to follow along and create one one of their own, working from a template.

Part two: Guided Workshop:
After the demonstration, students will learn the basics of executing simple customization tasks in our laser design software and get one-on-one assistance from the instructor on personalizing their acrylic lamps.

Part three: Open Workshop:
Students will be able to work independently to finalize their designs in LightBurn. Participants will each get a turn to operate the laser on their own. Our instructor will be present throughout the duration of the Open Workshop to provide one-on-one guidance and answer questions.

Prerequisites: No experience required. All tools and equipment will be provided.

Age Requirement: 10+, minors under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All minors must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian! Buy one parent or child's ticket, get the second one half off! Email us for details.

Instructor: Morgan

Day and time: Wednesday, October 16th from 6:30pm-9:30pm
Instructor will be available until 10:30pm to offer extra assistance and to demonstrate other lamp designs.

Cost: $75 for non-members, $70 for HackPGH members. No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you must cancel, please notify HackPGH at least 72 hours before the class start date! Attendance and participation are required for training clearance at instructor's discretion.

Class size: 3-8 students (not including adults accompanying children)

HackPGH Membership Discount: Participants interested in using the laser and other shop resources after completing the class will have access to a special discounted month of HackPGH membership!