Shared Workshops

Nailing the Details: Scale Model Surfaces

Master convincing surface details for scale model airplanes with these expert tips. The post Nailing the Details: Scale Model Surfaces appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Getting the Shot: A Conversation with Cinematographer John Brown on Hacking Macro Photography and the Secrets of Bees of All Kinds

We recently had the chance to sit down with cinematographer John Brown to talk about his incredible macro work, the challenges of filming tiny creatures, and how technology is shaping the future of natural history filmmaking. John has been making films for about 30 years, and his soon to be releasing project on James Cameron’s […]The post Getting the Shot: A Conversation with Cinematographer John Brown on Hacking Macro Photography and the Secrets of Bees of All Kinds appeared first on Make

Review: Liene PixCut S1 Sticker Printer

The PixCut S1 sticker printer is a portable printer for customizing your things on the go.The post Review: Liene PixCut S1 Sticker Printer appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Hand-Sewn Free-Range Plush Monsters

Let your creative juices go wild with these UNIQUE mix-and-match Monster plushes.The post Hand-Sewn Free-Range Plush Monsters appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

A decade and a half later, Atlanta’s makerspaces adapt, survive, thrive

The 2010s witnessed a flourishing of the collective artisan ethos in Georgia, with makerspaces hanging out shingles around the state. Modeled after late ’90s hackerspaces, envisioned as nonprofit communities of artists and fabricators -- places to work with your hands alongside like-minded creators -- these communal workshops and their memberships…

Review: eufyMake E1 UV Printer

UV Printing at home!? That's what you get from the Kickstarter-smashing eufyMake E1.The post Review: eufyMake E1 UV Printer appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Meet the Maker: Robert Quattlebaum of Lumanoi

Robert Quattlebaum makes high-end interactive Lumanoi light sculptures from wood, acrylic, and custom circuitry.The post Meet the Maker: Robert Quattlebaum of Lumanoi appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Finding Creative Flow: Kayte Sabicer’s Maker Faire Wisdom

In a niche corner of the internet where creators still surprise audiences with real animatronics rather than CGI, Jesse Velez reveals the process behind the most impressive sci-fi props.The post Finding Creative Flow: Kayte Sabicer’s Maker Faire Wisdom appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Best Dev Boards for Cosplay

These 5 boards for cosplay have you covered whether you need something small, low-cost, easy to use, or packed with features.The post Best Dev Boards for Cosplay appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Best Dev Boards for Music

Music makers today have access to all sorts of tools in our quest for cool sounds. Here are some of my favorite dev boards for music.The post Best Dev Boards for Music appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Discover 16-Bit Sonic Realms With DAFMExplorer

Synth makers use data science to make a playground out of 93,000+ FM sounds from the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive era.The post Discover 16-Bit Sonic Realms With DAFMExplorer appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

From Shoe Box to Smart Robot: A Maker’s Journey to Autonomy

In a niche corner of the internet where creators still surprise audiences with real animatronics rather than CGI, Jesse Velez reveals the process behind the most impressive sci-fi props.The post From Shoe Box to Smart Robot: A Maker’s Journey to Autonomy appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

From Sketch to Success: Prototyping Secrets with a BattleBots Designer

In a niche corner of the internet where creators still surprise audiences with real animatronics rather than CGI, Jesse Velez reveals the process behind the most impressive sci-fi props.The post From Sketch to Success: Prototyping Secrets with a BattleBots Designer appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Quinn Liu on Tactile Art, Teamwork, and a Giant Cat Butt

DaChu Interactive is best known for How to Pet Your Cat, the viral alt control game featuring a giant cat butt.The post Quinn Liu on Tactile Art, Teamwork, and a Giant Cat Butt appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Behind (The Walking) Hand of a Sci-Fi Icon: Animatronics Designer Jesse Velez Gets into the Geeky Details

You might consider pausing your Netflix account for a while—no spoilers, we promise. Meanwhile, in a niche corner of the internet where creators still occasionally surprise audiences with real animatronics rather than relying on CGI, Jesse Velez, an animatronics designer, reveals the process behind building one of the most impressive sci-fi props for a notoriously […]The post Behind (The Walking) Hand of a Sci-Fi Icon: Animatronics Designer Jesse Velez Gets into the Geeky Details appeared

Waterlight Graffiti

Inspired by Chinese street art, Antonin Fourneau's work lets people draw LED light graffiti using only water.The post Waterlight Graffiti appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

Lightweaver – Illuminating Museums and Festivals

Todd Moyer's interactive art installations light up festivals and public spaces with shifting projectors and laser lights.The post Lightweaver – Illuminating Museums and Festivals appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

The Connect 4 Musical Instrument: A Creative Fusion of Music and Technology

At last fall’s Maker Faire Bay Area, Ben showcased the ‘Connect 4 Musical Instrument’. It is a twist on the classic strategy game, but this one plays music as you play the game. Ben shares how this project combined elements of game design, music technology, and interactive art. Ben showed us how his idea evolved […]The post The Connect 4 Musical Instrument: A Creative Fusion of Music and Technology appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

90’s Techno Art: Rap Caviar

Connor Gottfried's incredible techart mashes up 90s games and cartoons into interactive sculptures.The post 90’s Techno Art: Rap Caviar appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers.

What Fuels Innovation: Tools or Creativity?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. TJ McCue is Seattle-based and covers tech & productivity tools. In the last few years, 3D printers, laser cutters, and a variety ...