Design It: Laser Cut Light Projector

About this event

Adult, Teen. Explore the creative possibilities of laser cutting while designing your own wooden lantern or light projector. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of designing for laser cutting, including creating patterns, considering material thickness and assembly, and using light and shadow to enhance your design. You’ll develop a unique project that can function as a decorative lantern, ambient light, or light projector. No previous laser-cutting experience is required—just bring your ideas and curiosity! You’ll learn: Basic principles of laser-cut design and fabricationHow to create patterns and decorative cutoutsDesigning for wood thickness, fit, and assemblyHow light, shadow, and negative space affect your designPreparing and producing a finished laser-cut project Who Should Attend: Beginners interested in exploring laser cutting Design enthusiasts wanting to learn Adobe Illustrator for creative projects.Hobbyists and crafters looking to personalize their belongings.This class is intended for people 15 years of age or olderIt is recommended that participants are comfortable typing, mousing, and navigating computer files and folders. This class will concentrate on designing with Adobe Illustrator. You will NOT cut your piece during the class. The items will be cut and engraved by staff using EPL’s Trotec Laser Cutter and will be available for pickup within two weeks of the class. Provided you have a library card a certification will be added to your account after the class is completed. This certification makes you eligible to attend Makerspace Fab Lab times and submit design files to be cut or engraved by Makerspace staff on the Trotec Laser. Ask staff about the various materials and items available to be cut or engraved. Registration for this class begins at 9am on November 4. Registration is via Zeffy and there is a $16 cost for this class. All materials will be provided. We are unable to process refunds for this class.