Beginner Woodworking & Framing - Make & Take a Shadow Box!

THIS CLASS CONSISTS OF TWO WEEKNIGHT SESSIONS. 

Description: This beginner-friendly woodworking class is a must for anyone who wants to up their display game - whether you're looking for ways to show off your own crafts, take your art to the next level, or just make a unique handmade gift! This class provides a foundation of woodshop and craftsmanship fundamentals, as students will learn the following: 

• Table Saw
• Miter Saw
• Band saw
• Orbital Sander
• Drill/Driver
• Applying finish
• Backing and spacing a frame

Each student will leave with a unique hardwood shadow box frame with all the fixings; just add your own art! No experience required. All materials and PPE provided.

What is a Shawdowbox? Shadowboxes are displays made for 3D objects - they're deeper, with a few tricks to get the right presentation and strength. Want to incorporate LEDs and other electronics? Shadow boxes make a great base. Want a unique way to show off 2D art? Shadow boxes literally make the piece stand out.

Format: Students will learn to safely use the most common woodworking tools for basic construction of frames, then execute those skills from start to finish by:

• creating a wooden shadow box from hardwood boards;
• learning fine finishing work with natural, renaissance-era varnishes and varnishing techniques; and
• learning how to make any framed work resistant to age-related damage.

Dates and Times:  This is a two-part class consisting of two 3-hour sessions:

1. Session 1: Wednesday, April 8th from 6:30PM to 9:30PM
2. Session 2: Thursday, April 9th from 6:30PM to 9:30PM

Cost: $165 for non-members, $155 for HackPGH members. Be advised:

• Payment is due at time of registration. You must notify HackPGH if you wish to pay with cash.
• If payment is not received 72 hours before class time, your registration will be cancelled and we will move to the waitlist.
• No-shows will NOT be refunded.
• Please notify us if you cannot attend the class at least 72 hours before the class date!

Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and bottled water are all available from our coffee bar during breaks. Other snacks and drinks are available from our vending machines.

Instructor: Feliks

Age Requirement: 16+, minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please contact us at info(at)hackpittsburgh.org if you would like to register a minor child.

Class Limit: 6 students

Bonus: Need something to put in the shadow box? Students who take this class will qualify for a discount code for our matching "Cricut Critters Class", so you'll be able to make a unique 3D animal for the box! Only pay $180 for both classes!