Programming Interactive Art with RGB Lights

Discover the world of programmable RGB LEDs in this beginner-friendly workshop. Learn to create artistic designs and interactive displays using NeoPixels and Arduino. Start with the basics of working with LEDs, power requirements, and wiring, before diving into the versatile world of NeoPixels.

NeoPixels are programmable LEDs that only need one data-wire to control hundreds of RGB LEDs, making your designs compact, scalable, and visually stunning.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to working with LEDs and their power requirements
• Wiring techniques for LED projects
• NeoPixels and their advantages in creating artistic designs and interactive displays
• Integrating NeoPixels with Arduino for seamless control
• Discussion of how to use sensors to create interactive installations
• Discussion of the types and form factors for NeoPixels

Included Take-home Package:

• Take home materials from class (depending on ticket tier selected)
• Comprehensive course notes and resources for continued learning
• Guidance on material sourcing and recommended tools
• Arduino troubleshooting guide
• Suggested at-home exercises

Duration: 3 hours.

Price:

• $79 Admission ticket, borrow materials for the duration of the class.
• $119 Admission ticket, keep materials after class. Take-home materials include Arduino Uno, 50cm strip of Neopixels, 170-point breadboard, 5V power supply, assorted LEDs, resistors, and wires.

Prerequisites: None.

Ages: Suitable for ages 15 and up.

Required Equipment: Participants are required to bring their own laptop and charger with a USB Type-A port (or appropriate adapter). Participants must be computer literate, comfortable installing software packages, and managing files.

Location: MakerLabs, 780 East Cordova Street, V6A 1M3, Vancouver, Canada

Testimonials:

"I have taken two of Will's classes and it has been a fantastic experience, he was patient and helped with each step, he explained the process in simple terms and made sure we understood why we are doing what we are doing. He waited till each one of us completed the project and cleared all our doubts and was happy to explain the concepts incase we did not understand them the first time." - Ali (Intro to Robotics Workshop)

"Will is a fantastic teacher! He's passionate about his work and is experienced. He tailored the electronics lesson towards my goals." - Stephanie (private tutoring session)

"The instructor (Will) is outstanding. His interest and curiosity about electronics and soldering is very energizing for the class. He regularly checked in with attendees to ask us our goals and our preferences. He was flexible in his approach and able to include things on-the-fly (when people wanted extra theoretical or technical information)." - Anonymous feedback form (Intro to Electronics and Soldering Workshop)

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Cancellation Policy: You may request a refund or reschedule to a future date up to 24 hours before the event by contacting us via email. Refunds cannot be provided with less than 24 hours notice; however, 50% of the price can be credited towards a future session. No refunds or credits will be provided for no-shows. Please note that Eventbrite fees are non-refundable and will be deducted from the refund.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

MakerLabs, 780 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, Canada