Design And Materials
How materials work and where art meets technology.
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Learn the core material properties, including strength, stiffness, hardness and more, and how they help makers choose wood, metal, plastic or fabric for a project.
A cautious survey of the kinds of emerging materials under development, from smart and bio-based materials to advanced composites, and what they mean for makers.
See how artists and makers use materials creatively, from resin and clay to mixed media, and how a little material science helps creative work turn out as planned.
A look at creative uses of technology in art, including interactive installations, generative works, light and sound, and how makers can start experimenting safely.
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