CNC 100: INTRO TO CNCs (CORE)

Thursday, May 2, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Learn the lingo and process to begin your studies in all things CNC / Vectric (VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire). HARDWARE OVERVIEW: machine anatomy / specs, accessories, and tooling. SOFTWARE OVERVIEW: VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire. FULL DEMO: Instructor will demo full CNC process … from design to machining. NOTE: No PC or software required. RECOMMENDED READING: "CNC Router Essentials" or “Beginner’s Guide to CNC Machining in Wood”

CNC 101: Vectric Vcarve Basics

Part 1: Friday, May 3, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, May 4, 9 AM - 5 PM

Two full days of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. The second day will include hands on machining; and discussing/ designing strategies to use a CNC machine. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. PRE-REQUISITE: CNC 100

SPOON CARVING

Sunday, May 5, 12 PM - 5 PM

Spoon carving is a fun, almost anywhere/anytime carving activity. Learn to select material for carving, rough out your blank, avoid injury, deal with tricky grain issues and how to finish your new spoon. Our instructor will share tips, provide feedback and help troubleshoot any difficulties you experience in completing your project.