Laser Cutter 101: Make an Illuminated Acrylic Sign

This class is geared towards beginning laser cutter makers or those looking for a refresher. Participants will learn safe laser cutter operation and the basics of designing for the laser cutter and go home with a battery-powered illuminated acrylic sign of their own design.

Students are encouraged to bring simple art they would like to engrave/cut, but sample shapes and signs will be provided. 
The registration fee includes all materials (retail value approx. $20). This course also qualifies as the Laser Cutter Safety Orientation required for CoG Members.

Registration Fee: $50 COG Members | $65 Non-Members

All materials included. Participants must be 18 or older. Discounts will be automatically applied to current COG members during the registration process. Class size is limited to 3 participants total. 

To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 business days before the class date. Reservations made after this date will be subject to a $10 late registration fee. Cancellations must be made one week before the class date in order to be eligible for a refund, unless due to illness. 

Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class. 

COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to complete a temperature check upon initial entry to the facility, and maintain social distance (6′) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class size has been limited to 3 participants in order to ensure adequate social distancing. Masks are required at all times while in the facility. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Read our full policy here.