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Laser cut lampshade ply edition
This workshop builds on the previous laser cut lamp workshops:
Rationale
Running workshops
Induction to the laser
include an introduction to Free and Open Source Software(
FOSS).
produce take away lamp
Outcomes
Basic bitmap image processing using GIMP.
Bitmap to vector conversion using Inkscape.
Preparation for Laser Cutting using Corel Draw.
Assembly and take-home of a laser cut lamp.
Gimp for image clean-up and processing
Inkscape for bitmap tracing and vector editing
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Materials and Resources
Workshop Outline
Is this a Silhouette?
FOSS
Intro to designing for Laser cutting in FOSS - 10min
Pick a Silhouette
The workshop as a whole chooses an artwork for all particpants to work on.
Use theses rules to inform your choice.
Introduction to Gimp
Basic bitmap processing to produce a two colour image - 15 min
Introduction to Inkscape
Import to Inkscape and Convert to Vectors - 20 min
Prepare for Cut in Corel Draw
Process
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Import your artwork PDF
Get familiar with the selection and navigation tools
Scale your artwork up to reduce complexity
Use the shaping controls to trim or cut by combining shapes
Use the Shape tool (F10) to
access individual points to correct glitches
reduce nodes (in the menu bar)
use the curve smoothness slider (in the menu bar)
Drag your artwork to a panel
Laser Ready checks
Check all colours are on the rayjet pallete
Cutting and Assembly
Your facilitator will cut your design on the laser cutter
Remove your sheet from the laser cutter
Clean up loose material from the laser cutter bed
Weed your lamp (remove cut shapes)
Grab a light fitting and bulb
Assemble
Take home and enjoy!
Files
Laser settings