Laser cutting - school workshop

Cut cool designs with the laser beam!

Facts
Duration: 3 hours
Target group: Young people aged 10 to 14 years
Maximum group size: 1 mentor = max. 8 participants
Required equipment: Laser cutter, laptops, USB stick, Adobe Illustrator or InkScape
Materials required: wood, acrylic, cardboard, leather, felt (suitable for cutting & engraving)
Format: School workshop, summer program
Costs: 420,- including technology, 1 x mentor & material

Optional For larger groups of more than 10 participants, a second mentor can be booked for an additional charge of € 65,-/hour.

Short description

This workshop combines creative ideas with technology : Participants will learn how to design their own designs on the computer and then precisely cut or engrave them into the chosen material using a real laser cutter . Step by step, the process goes from the idea to the file—and finally to the finished piece!

Contents of the workshop

The participants

• learn the basics of laser cutting technology
• design your own motifs using vector graphics software (e.g. Illustrator or InkScape)
• learn how to properly prepare files and select materials
• learn about safety aspects and how to operate the laser cutter
• cut and engrave your own designs

Teaching future skills

✔ Creative thinking & problem solving
✔ Technical understanding & digital manufacturing
✔ Teamwork & collaborative design
✔ Design expertise with modern tools

Conclusion

This workshop not only introduces young people to the modern technology of laser cutting , but also shows how ideas take shape – through creativity, digital tools, and practical work. An ideal introduction to the world of craftsmanship, design, and technology !