February 25, 2013 at 11:30am
FABLAB TACOMA: The ancient art of Woodworking is brought into modern times in downtown Tacoma. Photo credit: Pappi Swarner
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FabLab equals geek chic plus artsy fartsy.
Now that rhyming is out of my system (writing for the Volcano doesn't require much impulse control), let's talk about what FabLab is doing for Tacoma.
Part high-tech-heaven, part creative design and old-world style, FabLab has been offering workshops - from laser cutting and robotics, to leather and woodworking - to the community since November.
"We are a membership-based tech and crafting center that aims to help artists, inventors, crafters and hobbyists to hone skills and launch businesses," says Gabriel Hug, one of five founders and IT director of FabLab. "It's been neat seeing how the word gets out. It's been kind of a viral, kind of grass-roots response. It's been really great sharing ideas and knowing we can be part of launching business in Tacoma and allowing people to be creative."
Upcoming classes and events include "Raspberry Pi 101" Feb 27, "Arduino 201" March 12 and "Leather Working 101" April 11. Most classes cost $15-$80 and run two to four hours.
"The classes are fairly comprehensive," says Hug. "They are designed to cover basics, but also gain proficiency in specific skills."
Many classes feature take-home projects, such as welding, leather works and electronics.
So hike up your suspenders, push up your glasses, and join in a FabLab workshop - where nerd is the word and art makes you smart.
FABLAB, 1938 MARKET ST., TACOMA, 253.426.1267
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