Each month from 9:00am until 2:00pm, we focus on cleaning and organizing the woodshop to keep it in top-notch shape, along with other areas of the building as more committees join in on the fun.This is a great opportunity to meet other members, contribute to the shops upkeep, and ensure a safe environment for everyone.
Coffee and donuts will be provided to fuel the morning efforts.
06:00PM - 06:30PM: Open Tours 06:30PM - 07:00PM: New Member Activation
Open Tours and New Member Activations are happening every Monday!
Interested in our space? Drop by at 6 for half an hour of tours and questions.
Are you a new member? Come in at 6:30 to have your membership activated. NOTE: Membership Activation does not include training on equipment. That is scheduled separately through Slack once your membership has been activated.
Learn how to make your own tiffany-style stained glass flower at Roswell Firelabs with local artist Emma Harrell!
Learn everything you need to know to create your own stained glass artwork, including:
- Proper glass handling & safety measures
- Glass selection & pattern placement
- Glass cutting techniques
- Shaping of glass & grinding
- Copper foil application
- Soldering techniques
- Hardware attachment & assembly
- Finishing your piece with patina
02:30PM - 05:00PM: MIG Welding 101
Mig Welding 101 will walk you through how to set up a mig welder, from choosing the correct settings and adjusting the regulator for the Argon/CO2 gas. You will learn how to mig (metal inert gas) weld with solid wire from tacking your pieces together, creating a consistent weld pattern, and you will come away from class with your own metal box!
Be advised: You must be wearing closed-toe shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeve shirt. Cotton and leather clothing only (no polyester). If you are not dressed appropriately, you will not be able to participate in the class. Please also be sure to bring a bottle of water with you!
The class is taught by Gabi Madrid, a local Atlanta artist. Gabi Madrid is a creative fabricator and fine artist based in Atlanta, GA. In 2018, they began working with blacksmiths at the Goat Farm Arts Center and learned to forge, weld, and fabricate in metal. Following that, they worked in cabintery and construction, which led them to building sets for movies and TV shows. After leaving the film industry, Madrid began working on their own projects and a teaching career. This led them to become an instructor at Roswell Firelabs and teach others how to weld and build their own projects. Learn more about Gabi at https://www.gabimadrid.com/
Minimum Age: 13 (anyone under 18 must have parent/guardian stay for the duration of the class). Additionally, a $35 fee will be separately invoiced if you have a scheduling conflict and need to switch to a later class.
NOTE: Please Bring your own safety glasses for the class
Cyanotype was invented in 1842 by Sir John Herschel, a British scientist who sought an easy and effective way to reproduce notes and diagrams. However, it was Anna Atkins, an English botanist, who popularized the technique. Atkins used cyanotype to create stunning botanical prints, compiling them into what is considered the first photographic book, Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions.
Modern artists have embraced cyanotype for its aesthetic appeal and versatility. Here are some contemporary uses:
The Process:
Mix two chemicals: ferric ammonium citrate and potassium ferricyanide. When combined, these form a solution that is sensitive to ultraviolet light.
Apply the mixed solution evenly onto a chosen surface, such as paper or fabric. Allow it to dry in the dark to prevent premature exposure to light.
Place objects or negatives on the coated surface. These can be anything from leaves and flowers to transparent photographic negatives.
Expose the setup to sunlight or a UV lamp. The areas exposed to light will turn blue, while the areas blocked by objects will remain white.
Rinse the exposed surface in water to wash away any unreacted chemicals. The image will gradually develop, revealing the characteristic Prussian blue color.
Want to teach a class or help us host an event?
Go to roswellfirelabs.org/classes for more info on how to get involved.
Roswell Firelabs 1601 Holcomb Bridge Rd Roswell, GA 30076
Roswell FireLabs is managed by Atlanta Maker Alliance, Inc., a local 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
