3D Printing Los Angeles

Creative Tech & Visual Arts Mixer

Network with LA creatives working at the intersection of art, technology, media, and production. Creativetoolkits is a community of 3D artists, fabricators, animators, VFX artists, TouchDesigner visual artists, software engineers, post-production professionals, videographers, directors, music producers, designers, creative coders, and more. Our goal is to create a space for people using creative technology to meet collaborators, exchange ideas, share projects, and build community. Whether you’re an industry professional, hobbyist, student, or just curious about how technology is being used in creative fields, you’re welcome to come hang out. **📍 Where:** Smalls LA \| 4149 W Pico Blvd \#103 Los Angeles\, CA **🗓 When:** Every Saturday! **🎟 Tickets:** Free Entry, but consider buying a drink as a 'thank you' to our local record store/coffee shop. **What to Bring:** **Yourself + what you’re working on:** Come ready to talk about your projects, tools, workflows, experiments, or ideas. **Support:** If we’re meeting at a local venue, please consider purchasing a drink or snack as a gesture of appreciation. **Get More Involved:** Eager to contribute? We’re looking for people interested in hosting project showcases, lectures, seminars, workshops, demos, creative hackathons, installation events, and collaborative meetups. Join the Discord and help shape the future of LA’s creative technology community. **Connect with us** Discord : [https://discord.gg/WemVunqCwS](https://discord.gg/WemVunqCwS) Instagram : [https://instagram.com/mycreativetoolkits](https://instagram.com/mycreativetoolkits)

Make Your Own Custom Ring | Beginner Metal Lathe Workshop

Create. Learn. Take Home Your Own Custom Ring. Ever wanted to learn how to use a metal lathe? This beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop is the perfect introduction to precision machining. You'll learn the fundamentals of operating a metal lathe while creating your very own custom ring to take home. Whether you're completely new to machining or simply curious about maker tools, this class is designed to give you a safe, fun, and rewarding first experience. ### What You'll Learn * Introduction to metal lathe safety and operation * Basic machining techniques and terminology * How to shape, size, and finish a custom ring * Best practices for precision and accuracy ### Workshop Schedule **9:30 AM** – Coffee, check-in, and meet & greet **10:00 AM** – Introduction, safety briefing, and machine theory **Hands-On Session** – Guided ring-making experience **Q&A** – Ask questions and receive personalized guidance ### What's Included * All materials and tools * Hands-on instruction in a small group setting * Coffee before class * Your finished custom ring to take home ### Who Should Attend? * Beginners with no prior experience * DIY enthusiasts and makers * Anyone interested in learning metalworking and machining 📍 **Location** **Silicon Beach Maker Space** 3303 W. Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018 **Entrance is located at the back of the building.** 📅 **Schedule** This workshop is held on the **first Saturday of every month**. **Reserve your spot today—spaces are limited to ensure every participant receives personalized instruction.**

Monthly Open Workshop @ Silicon Beach Maker Space

Hello! We're hosting a monthly open-workshop/open-space meet-and-greet event to welcome new members and existing ones. Please bring your projects! This event is tailored to bring in new ideas, existing projects, and innovations to collaborate with. You'll have the opportunity to work hands-on with our tools and equipment. Notes: 1\. Please be advised that you will need to be supervised or trained for some equipment\. 2\. Please be aware that the entrance is in the back of the building\!

Pokémon Paint & Sip

Gotta Paint ’Em All! 🎨✨ Pokémon-Themed Paint & Sip Unleash your inner artist and celebrate your favorite Pokémon at our hands-on Paint & Sip event! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, this event is designed for open creativity. There are no strict step-by-step instructions to follow—you’ll have full freedom to bring your favorite Pokémon character to life on canvas your way! What’s Included: Pre-stretched canvas Paints, palettes, and brushes Delicious snacks and refreshing beverages Event Details: Who: All ages are welcome! Bring friends, family, or come solo to meet fellow fans. When & Where: Reserve your spot using the link below! Spaces are limited, so reserve your easel today! 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://EventBook.zzzappy.com/e/pok-mon-paint-and-sip-txn9y

Intro to Laser Cutting — Design & Engrave Your Own Creations

### **Intro to Laser Cutting — Design & Engrave Your Own Creations (Los Angeles)** Ever wanted to turn your ideas into perfectly cut or engraved designs on wood, leather, or acrylic? In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to use a **laser cutter** to create clean, precise, custom pieces—no experience needed. ### **What You’ll Learn** In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you’ll get a practical introduction to: • How laser cutters work and what they can do • Materials you can cut and engrave (wood, leather, acrylic, and more) • Basic design setup and file preparation • Key settings like power, speed, and test grids (and why they matter) • Safe operation of the machine ### **From Idea to Finished Piece** After a quick intro, you’ll jump right in: • Design your own custom piece (bookmark, keychain, or similar) • Prep your file for the laser • Watch the machine cut or engrave your design with precision • Finish and take home your creation You’ll go from **idea → digital design → finished object** in one session. ### **Why Laser Cutting?** Laser cutting is one of the fastest and most satisfying ways to create: • Clean, professional-looking results • Intricate designs made simple • Custom gifts, art, and functional pieces It’s creative, precise, and incredibly fun to watch in action. ### **What You’ll Take Home** • Your own custom laser-cut or engraved piece • A solid understanding of how to use a laser cutter • The confidence to keep designing and creating ### **What’s Included** • All materials (wood, acrylic, etc.) • Access to laser cutting equipment • Step-by-step instruction ### **What to Bring** • Optional: Laptop (recommended if you want to save your designs and keep working later) • Otherwise, we’ll provide computers for use Feel free to bring a snack or drink. ### **Class Details** **Duration:** \~2 hours **Skill Level:** Beginner-friendly ### **About The Collab MakerSpace** The Collab MakerSpace is a spin off of the famous Collab Art Salon. It's a creative workshop in Los Angeles offering hands-on classes in woodworking, welding, prop-making, and more. We create experiences that help people step away from screens, try something new, and build real-world skills—whether for fun or something more serious. We also offer monthly memberships that give you full access to an amazing woodworking, welding, fabricating, electronics, sewing and crafting shop! ### **Want to Keep Building?** Everything you use in this class is available to members.

Sip & Blast: Build a Movie Prop Space Blaster! (18+)

Ever wanted a SECRET WALL of SPACE BLASTERS in your home? The Collab MakerSpace has got you covered! Adults only workshop. Wine/Adult Drinks welcome! ### Ever wanted a secret wall of space blasters in your home? ### Ever needed a really cool costume piece to complete your space-pants (or space-shorts) outfit? ### Ever thought "if only I had a film ready **SpaceBlaster** prop right now?"**We've got you covered!** **Sip & Blast — Build a Movie Prop Space Blaster (18+)** Skip the typical paint-and-sip. This is your chance to build something way cooler. Join us for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on workshop where you’ll design and create your own **movie-style sci-fi blaster prop**—all while hanging out, listening to music, having a drink, meeting new people, and trying something completely different. **All at an amazing Science Fiction studio location!** Perfect for date nights, friends, or anyone looking for a creative night out. ### **Why This Experience Hits Different** • Way more memorable than a typical sip-and-paint • Hands-on, creative, and actually *interactive* • You leave with something you’ll want to keep (or show off) • No experience needed—just show up and have fun ### **What You’ll Do** Guided by a professional prop maker, you’ll transform a simple base into a **film-ready sci-fi blaster**. During the workshop, you’ll: * Prep and build your base prop for durability * Design your own custom style and color scheme * Add "greeblies" and “found object” elements for realism * Learn how movie props are made from everyday materials * Paint and finish your blaster for a cinematic look * Pose for amazing photographs in front of the many amazing iconic science fiction sets and backgrounds in the studio for a memory to keep forever * Take home your blaster! ### **Hands-On, Start to Finish** This is a fully guided experience—no prior art or building skills required. Come solo, on a date, or with friends—everyone builds their **own unique blaster**. No two come out the same. ### **What’s Included** * All materials, tools, and supplies * Step-by-step instruction from an award winning artist * Snacks and light refreshments **(Please bring any additional snacks or food plus any alcoholic beverages you'd like, the event is strictly BYOB. Cups, ice and glasses ARE PROVIDED)** * End of the night photo opportunity in a science fiction wonderland ### **Make a Night of It** This workshop is designed as a relaxed, social experience: • Great for date nights • Perfect for groups or team outings • Ideal if you’re looking to try something new and creative ### **Class Details** **Ages:** 18+ **Duration:** \~3 hours **Tickets:** Required per person **Refreshments: snacks provided, BYOB welcome** ### **Location** Held at the famous **Dystopian Studios** science fiction set inside the iconic Brewery Arts Complex in Los Angeles. Just down the street from the San Antonio Winery and just 2 blocks from The Collab MakerSpace. ### **About The Collab MakerSpace** The Collab MakerSpace is a spin off of the famous Collab Art Salon. It's a creative workshop in Los Angeles offering hands-on classes in woodworking, welding, prop-making, and more. We create experiences that help people step away from screens, try something new, and build real-world skills—whether for fun or something more serious. We also offer monthly memberships that give you full access to an amazing woodworking, welding, fabricating, electronics, sewing and crafting shop!

Circuits Social

Get together to talk and learn about electronic components and circuits. Bring your questions, bring your projects, we’re here to help and learn. \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

Rebel Sewing Group

A monthly meetup open to the public focusing on reducing overconsumption and waste by helping the community mend clothing, teaching generalized sewing, and offering guidance through your fabric based projects. A member of CRASH Space with sewing knowledge will be in attendance to help with small mending and alteration tasks or to facilitate your journey into the world of textiles. If you already know how to sew, feel free to come in with your projects and tools to use it as a crafting day or to help the host teach others! \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

AI, Art & Vibecoding - StrangeNew.World @ 310 Coffee

We frame ourselves as **"a support group for the technological singularity"** and we are an eclectic mix of open-minded thinkers, artists, and tinkerers who believe in embracing the emerging technologies and capabilities in the most humanitarian way possible. Our meetings have a super casual and open atmosphere where all are welcome to contribute. Feel free to come late or leave early. So whether you're an AI enthusiast or skeptic, a creative professional already using AI on the daily, or someone just starting their first vibe coding project, this group may be for you! **NOW NEW & IMPROVED (Until the end of summer!)** We are doing "Hack-a-salons" after every meeting (starting at 5pm) now that 310 Coffee is staying open later. So please bring your laptops or art projects, or works in progress that you have questions on or want to present to the group. No podiums... only passion projects, good people and great vibes! ☺️ **What to Expect** Interesting conversations, relevant content, and educational resources. We are a diverse community of people who want to help each other and the world around us. We meet in person once a week at **310 Coffee in Culver City from 3-5pm**, we share our work and interesting news in our Whatsapp group, put on remote Learning Labs, go to events together, and encourage our members (who have the availability) to participate in a learning collective where we can volunteer to give each other one-on-one crash courses in various artistic, technical, and entrepreneurial disciplines. Here is a list of what we can teach: [https://strangenew.world/labs/what-we-know](https://strangenew.world/labs/what-we-know) We also encourage each of our members to take on a Passion Project, which could be as simple as getting up and running with a new artistic medium or project, or as complex as laying the groundwork for your dream business or career. We believe there has never been a better time (at least in OUR lifetimes) to set your sights on what your ideal life would be two years from now and then just start moving toward it. And maybe we can help you do that by giving you the hand-holding you need to get over that first hump, which can sometimes be the most difficult part. **How to Give Back** If you are a member looking to give back, or if you like what our organization is doing, then please follow, subscribe, rate us, and smash that like! 🤣 I know it seems silly to many of you, but in the attention economy, just the act of following us, liking our posts, and reviewing our events can make a huge difference in how the algorithm shines upon us. Also, if you would like to support us in a more direct way, please consider giving us a one-time donation, subscribing to one of our tiers, or sponsoring us. We pay for a lot of stuff out of pocket, so please consider becoming a patron to support the overall longevity of our group and vision. [https://strangenew.world/support-us](https://strangenew.world/support-us) **More Information** What we explore during our meetings really depends on who shows up and what they want to discuss: * The changing job market. What skills will matter in 10 years * The future of business and the creative industries * Chatbots, LLMs, and Agentic Workflows * Using AI for scientific or artistic exploration * Will generative art destroy Hollywood or save it? * What is consciousness? What constitutes intelligence? * The various types/platforms of vibecoding and which is best for your project * The end of capitalism as we know it * Are we entering the 2nd Cognitive Revolution? **Learn more at: [https://strangenew.world](https://strangenew.world)**

Monthy Meeting

Robo Sundays

Gather once a month to do anything and everything robot-related. If you have a project to bring, by all means bring it, but feel free to stop by to watch, learn, discuss, collaborate, be inspired, or just hang out! \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)

Coding Social

Get help with coding or just hangout and be social! You do not need to be a member to join, and there's often more crafting, snacking, or socializing than actual coding. \-\-\-\-\-\- CRASH Space is a non-profit organization located in Los Angeles and run by volunteers. We are a collection of artists, hackers, programmers, builders, and makers. Our members use the space to work on their projects, share ideas, and help each other create whatever they envision. Learn more at [https://blog.crashspace.org](https://blog.crashspace.org/)