These classes fill up, reserve your spot now! This is a special 2-student version of the class. Usually this class runs with 8 students.

Harness the power of an Epilog 60 Watt Laser! In this class you'll learn everything you need to know to make the ideas in your head become a reality with a laser.

In this three hour class, we'll walk through all the steps from idea to pressing the "go" button on the laser. We'll cover safety and basic file preparation, and learn how to do a burninate test to find out if a material is laserable. After the three to four hours, you'll have made your own small design or the default class project. There is lab time for laser cutting, questions and answers, and working with Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator.

After learning the basics, each student will create and cut and etch them on the laser! You may bring your own project to cut/etch but it must be reasonably small. You will be able to return on Craft Nights to use the laser for more extensive lasering. A lab fee is included in the ticket price and covers your time on the laser cutter. Materials are not included, so bring your own acrylic or wood or they are available for purchase.

Please bring a laptop with either Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator installed and a USB jump drive. You may choose to upload and install Inkscape or a free trial of Adobe Illustrator before you come to class to get familiar with the software and start on a vector design project.

This class is required for coming in to do work on our laser independently. If you get inspired, you can come back and laser your objects on our Monday or Thursday Craft Nights. (NOTE: Our Craft Nights are now capacity capped and managed with a ticket system while we navigate the pandemic. See our website for more info.)

This class will be taught by NYC Resistor member Hannah. As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/.

Please note that refunds must be requested 72 hours in advance. If you have any questions, please email classes@nycresistor.com.