One of the aims of a makerspace is to make useful objects or at best an object that is useful under limited conditions.  Clearly a sundial is useful only when the sun is shining. At this moment, however, I am looking at a grey and overcast sky but […]

Holograms are images of a 3D object stored on a 2D photographic film or light-sensitive plastic. Almost everybody has heard of holograms, given that they are staple themes in Sci-Fi movies, yet most people have no idea how to create one or how they work. Members-only  Workshop  This […]

Makerspace member Heath Townsend designed this original rustic sign. for his company Evol Components ( https://www.facebook.com/EvolComponents/ ) The Makerspace X-Carve was used to cut the deep text hollows for the moss. The Moss provides a natural complement to the rough surface of the plank. The completed item…

Holograms are images of a 3D object stored on a 2D photographic film or light-sensitive plastic. Almost everybody has heard of holograms, given that they are staple themes in Sci-Fi movies, yet most people have no idea how to create one or how they work. Tuesday open evening, […]

Blender is a free software suite that can create 3d objects, render scenes, animate sequences and even edit videos.  This incredibly powerful tool can be pretty intimidating for new users.     This short video above is an example of what Blender can do.  It shows the output […]