Ever had an a totally original and awesome idea but don’t know how to make it reality? Our intermediate 3D printing class will give you the foundation to be able to design and engineer a customized product from scratch! No more templates. Our hands-on and informative class will teach you how to accurately design for 3D printing with precise measurements, unveil various effective workflows, and survey the current market for 3D printers. At our intermediate workshop you will:

Learn how to design in real dimensions with precision like an industrial designer with 123D Design

3D print your own USB enclosure design that is accurate to fractions of a millimeter!

Meet other 3D printing enthusiasts and swap ideas

Learn about additional finishing techniques for your prints

Get the latest information about printers that just hit the market

Create 3D printable files from vector drawings made in Illustrator or AutoCAD

IMPORTANT: You are required to bring your own laptop with a recent version of Windows or OSX installed. We also recommend that you bring a mouse with a scroll wheel and a USB stick. If you have questions or special requests e-mail workshops@hotpopfactory.com!