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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
The Innovation Hub team is here to introduce you to new equipment, studio spaces, techniques, and processes in a variety of subjects.
JULY CLASS @ THE HUB
Laser 101
Class • July 14 & 21
Thursdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 6
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The laser cutter is the maker’s dream tool. With it you can cut or engrave a great variety of materials including wood, paper, fabric, leather, craft foam, stone, tile, glass, cork, and acrylic. In this introductory class you’ll learn how to create and prep graphics for the Hub’s lasers using free software, how to operate the machines safely, and where to find additional resources to further your creating with the laser cutter. Either the Vector Workshop or prior experience using graphics software is a prerequisite. Students must attend all three three-hour class sessions to operate the Hub’s lasers. (Those with prior laser experience may ask to be tested out of this class.)
Non-Members: $120
Members: $96
JULY WORKSHOPS @ THE HUB
Handbuilding - Pinch Pots
Workshop • July 5
Tuesday • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 16+
Capacity: 20
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Learn one of the most fundamental techniques for making pottery. Students will practice their pinch potting skills and then select from bowls, a jar/ canister, or a teapot to make as their final piece.
Non-Members: $60
Members: $48
Wheel Throwing - Try it night!
Workshop • July 7
Wednesday • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 16+
Capacity: 7
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Have you–or a loved one–always wanted to try out the potter’s wheel? Now’s your chance. Get an introduction to throwing pottery on a wheel. Learn basic concepts and techniques—and practice centering clay with a professional potter ready with tips to help. If you discover your love for having your hands covered in mud after one night, consider becoming a member to access our studio so you can practice regularly.
Non-Members: $60
Members: $48
Vector Design
Workshop • July 7
Thursday • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 12
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2Learn to use Inkscape, a free vector design program, to create scalable art that can be used for logos and websites or on our laser cutters, CNC routers, and screen printing presses. This workshop is a prerequisite for several classes at the Hub. Please bring your own laptop, if possible.
Non-Members: $40
Members: $32
Make a T-shirt!
Workshop • July 18
Monday • 5:30 PM -7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 6
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Learn the step-by-step process of making branded t-shirts during this interactive workshop experience in our screen printing studio. We’ll show you how to burn a screen in our darkroom and how to print your own cool t-shirt (or tote bag) to take home with you.
Non-Members: $50
Members: $40
Character Design
Workshop • July 26
Thursday • 5:30 PM -7:30 PM
Ages: 14+
Capacity: 12
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Learn to draw as you explore character design to create a cartoon avatar or portrait.
Non-Members: $30
Members: $40
FREE OFFERINGS
Rock Painting @ Argenta Farmers Market
Saturday, July 9 • 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
410 Main St
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Bring your kids to the Argenta Farmers Market for a fun hands on project!
3rd Friday Art Walk
Friday, July 15 • 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
204 E 4th Street
North Little Rock, AR 72116
Join us for a night of art, hands-on activities, and community!
AUGUST CLASSES @ THE HUB
CNC 101
Class • August 4, 11 & 18
Thursdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 5
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In this class, you will learn how to use the EZ Router at the Hub. We will go over tool pathing, how to choose a bit, feed and spindle speed rates, and more! This class is recommended for individuals with a firm grasp of vector-based design software as no instruction on how to create a 2D file will be given.
Non-Members: $160
Members: $128
Handbuilding 101
Class • August 4, 11, 18 & 25
Thursdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 8
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Learn the basics of making functional pottery by hand without the use of the potter’s wheel. Students will learn techniques to make bowls, cups, vases, and more, then learn how to glaze them for firing in our electric kiln.
Non-Members: $200
Members: $160
Screen Printing 101
Class • August 9, 16, 23 & 30
Tuesdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 6
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Get started printing t-shirts and more in our screen printing studio! Learn to design simple vectors, print a transparency, prepare a screen, and print your design onto t-shirts, tote bags, or posters. At the end of the class, each student will be able to take a studio assessment to get access to the Hub screen printing studio with a membership.
Non-Members: $200
Members: $160
AUGUST WORKSHOPS @ THE HUB
Wheel Throwing - Try it Night!
Workshop • August 2
Tuesday • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 7
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Have you or a loved one always wanted to try out the potter’s wheel? Now’s your chance! Get an introduction to throwing pottery on a wheel. Learn basic concepts and techniques, and practice centering clay with a professional potter ready with tips to help. If you discover your love for having your hands covered in mud after one night, consider becoming a member to access our studio so you can practice regularly.
Non-Members: $60
Members: $48
Vector Design
Workshop • August 2
Tuesday • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 16+
Capacity: 12
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Learn to use Inkscape, a free vector design program, to create scalable art that can be used for logos and websites or on our laser cutters, CNC routers, and screen-printing presses. This workshop is a prerequisite for several classes at the Hub. Please bring your own laptop, if possible.
Non-Members: $40
Members: $32
Sawtastic
Workshop • August 9
Tuesday • 5:30 PM – 7:30PM
Ages: 18+
Capacity: 6
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This workshop will cover basic woodshop safety as well as basic tool training. We will focus on how to safely operate a table saw, miter saw, and band saw. We will also cover their uses and how to know which tool is best for the job! This workshop is perfect for first-time woodworkers.
Non-Members: $55
Members: $44
Drawing Basics
Workshop • August 23
Tuesdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Ages: 16+
Capacity: 12
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Do you think you can’t draw? Drawing is a skill you can learn! Our workshop will focus on ways to simplify subjects by visualizing shape and structure so you can improve your drawing skills!
Non-Members: $30
Members: $24
Make a Macrame Table Runner
Workshop • August 25
Thursday • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages: 14+
Capacity: 10
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Non-Members: $85
Members: $68
FREE OFFERINGS
Free Loose Object Art Activity @ Argenta Farmers Market
Saturday, August 13 • 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
410 Main St
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Make art out of anything! Let us keep your kids busy while you shop, or join in with your children to create collaborative art from natural materials and found objects. In this activity, we will show you how anything can be an art-making or design component to use in making temporary or permanent works of art. It’s all about arrangement and putting the creative intuition you’re born with into practice!
Back to School/ End of Summer @ 3RD Friday Art Walk
Friday, August 19 • 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
204 E 4th Street
North Little Rock, AR 72116
The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub is a proud affiliate of Winrock International.
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Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub
204 E 4th St
North Little Rock, AR 72114
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