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CORE ORIENTATION AND CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Our Safety & Orientation classes review basic safety and proper operation of each tool area, and are required for tool access regardless of previous experience. After taking these classes, students have the option to sign up for a membership.

Upcoming events

  • PRINT & FRAME Large Format Printing w/ Ed Matthews Dec 6th

    • Saturday, December 06, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 1130 8th Street E Owen Sound, ON N4K5N8
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    ️ Large Format Printing Made Easy

    https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6323369

    Cost: $75 (includes instruction, one 16"×20" print, and frame)
    Date: Saturday, Dec 6th, 2025 — 1:00–4:00 PM
    Workshop: Marketing Lab
    Maximum Participants: 6

    Course Description

    Want to turn your photos into stunning, gallery-worthy prints? This hands-on workshop teaches you how to use GBM’s 44" HP DesignJet Z6DR large format printer to create beautiful, high-quality posters, technical drawings, or wall art. No photography background required — just basic computer skills and a great image on a USB stick.

    Whether you're printing for your home, business, or a creative project, this workshop will guide you through every step of the process — from paper loading to trimming and framing. You’ll leave with a professionally printed and framed 16"x20" image you created yourself.

    Key Learnings

    • Basic operation of the HP Z6DR printer via the control panel

    • How to load both roll-fed and sheet-fed paper

    • Use of HP Click software to send, size, and align your prints

    • Understanding print borders, sizing, and layout

    • Safe trimming and finishing of prints

    • Introduction to basic colour systems and ICC Profiles

    • Overview of paper types and their effect on print quality

    ✅ Prerequisites

    Basic computer skills required.
    No photography or graphic design experience necessary.

    What to Wear

    • Comfortable indoor attire

    • Closed-toe shoes recommended

    What to Bring

    • USB stick with at least one high-resolution image

    • Optional: additional photos for review

    • All materials provided, including frame and print paper

    Participants are encouraged to send their image ahead of time to:
    ed@edmatphoto.com

    ‍ About Your Instructor

    Edward Matthews is a retired professional photographer and former engineer with a passion for precision, creativity, and sharing knowledge. His technical background includes work with Texas Instruments, Dell, OnStar, and MetaSolv, followed by formal photography studies at Austin Community College.

    Ed has worked across multiple photography genres — from portraits and real estate to sports and landscapes — and now calls Lake Charles, Ontario home. At GBM, he combines his engineering mindset and photographic artistry to help members get the most out of the Marketing Lab’s powerful printing tools.

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  • LEARN CAD - FUSION 360 with Mike Jones Dec 9th, 11th, 16th

    • Tuesday, December 09, 2025
    • Tuesday, December 16, 2025
    • 3 sessions
    • 1130 Street E Owen Sound
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    LEARN CAD DESIGN – Autodesk Fusion 360

    https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6323315

    Cost: $150 + HST
    Date(s): Tuesday Dec 9th, Thursday Dec 11th, Tuesday Dec 16th 6:00–9:00 PM
    Workshop: Classroom
    Maximum Participants: 8

    Course Description

    Ready to design smarter and build better? In this beginner-to-intermediate course, you'll learn how to use Autodesk Fusion 360 to model, visualize, and prepare your projects for the shop. Whether you're creating something artistic or engineering a complex assembly, Fusion 360 helps reduce material waste and avoid costly mistakes by giving you control over every design detail.

    This course is ideal for makers, designers, and entrepreneurs looking to bring precision and clarity to their creative workflow.

    Key Learnings

    • Understand 3D modeling fundamentals: planes, sketches, constraints, and reference lines

    • Use the Sketch Tool for accurate drafting and dimensioning

    • Create shop-ready drawings: drill guides, sanding templates, cut lists, and more

    • Assemble multiple parts into a single, cohesive 3D model

    • Navigate the Fusion 360 interface with confidence

    ✅ Prerequisites

    Basic computer skills required. No prior CAD experience necessary.

    What to Wear

    • Closed-toe shoes

    • Safety glasses (for shop access or demos)

    • Comfortable clothing for working at a laptop

    What to Bring

    • Laptop with Autodesk Fusion 360 installed (free personal use license available)

    • External mouse (strongly recommended)

    • Notebook and pen

    • Safety glasses

    ‍ About Your Instructor

    Mike Jones holds an M.S. in Electrical Engineering and a B.S. in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering. His professional career spans cutting-edge innovation at companies like Disney Engineering and Delphi Automotive. Now based in Owen Sound, Mike co-founded Knot Audio with his wife Sarah, creating stunning picture frame speakers crafted from locally-sourced tonewoods.

    Mike uses Grey Bruce Makers as his innovation hub and is passionate about teaching others to build with purpose and precision. His teaching style blends technical rigor with creativity, making Fusion 360 approachable for all skill levels.

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  • 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - Dec 17th

    • Wednesday, December 17, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON
    Register

    3D Printing Basics with Fred Deboard

    https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6323168

    Cost: $65 + HST
    Date: Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 — 6:00–9:00 PM
    Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
    Maximum Participants: 6

    Course Description

    Curious about 3D printing? This hands-on class with 3D printing expert Fred DeBoard introduces you to the fundamentals of FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printing. You’ll learn how to safely operate the 3D printers at Grey Bruce Makers and gain the skills needed to prepare, launch, and troubleshoot your own prints. Completion of this course certifies you to use GBM’s 3D printers independently as a member.

    Key Learnings

    • Load and unload filament correctly

    • Calibrate the build plate for consistent prints

    • Select, prepare, and download 3D model files

    • Understand slicer basics and print settings

    • Troubleshoot failed prints and improve quality

    ✅ Prerequisites

    None — this is a CORE introductory course.

    What to Wear

    • Closed-toe shoes

    • Avoid loose clothing or accessories

    • Safety glasses are optional

    What to Bring

    • USB drive (optional for storing print files)

    • Notebook and pen

    • A design idea or STL file (optional)

    ‍ About Your Instructor

    Fred DeBoard is a long-time 3D printing enthusiast and problem solver who has helped hundreds of makers get started with additive manufacturing. With a practical, patient teaching style, Fred brings deep knowledge and a passion for experimentation to every class. Whether you’re printing your first model or looking to troubleshoot your prints, Fred is the go-to mentor for learning the ins and outs of 3D printing at GBM.


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  • LASER Engraving Basics w/ Mark Brown - Dec 18th

    • Thursday, December 18, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 1130 8th Street E Owen Sound, ON
    Register

    Laser Engraving Basics

    https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6323156

    Cost: $65
    Date(s): Thursday, December 18th, 6:00–9:00 PM
    Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
    Maximum Participants: 6

    Course Description

    Learn how to set up and operate the Epilog CO₂ Laser Engravers at Grey Bruce Makers. In this hands-on course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of CorelDRAW for preparing artwork, explore materials suitable for laser engraving, and master the setup and safety procedures for using the machine independently. This class is a required certification for members who wish to use the laser engravers on their own.

    Key Learnings

    • Import and prepare designs in CorelDRAW

    • Set up and focus the Epilog CO₂ Laser

    • Understand engraving settings for different materials (wood, slate, acrylic, etc.)

    • Perform test runs, basic troubleshooting, and safety checks

    • Clean and maintain the laser system

    ✅ Prerequisites

    None — this is a CORE introductory course.

    What to Wear

    • Closed-toe shoes

    • No loose or flowing clothing

    • Safety glasses (provided if needed)

    • Tie back long hair

    What to Bring

    • USB drive (optional for bringing custom artwork)

    • Notebook and pen (optional)

    • Your creativity and curiosity

    ‍ About Your Instructor

    Mark Brown is a lifelong maker and student of all things creative. After taking the Intro to Laser class himself in 2024, he became fascinated with the possibilities the Epilog laser engravers offered. Mark now works in slate, anodized aluminum, wood, acrylic, and porcelain tiles. He has a knack for turning complex skills into clear, digestible lessons.

    With support from Grey Bruce Makers and the Business Enterprise Centre, Mark founded Fire and Shadow Alchemy — a laser art business focused on personal expression and technical precision.
    www.fireandshadowalchemy.ca
    Follow him: @fireandshadowalchemy on Facebook & Instagram


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Grey Bruce Makers is a not-for-profit organization supported by membership fees, course fees, sponsorships and donations. We are a proud regional centre for creativity and community.

Executive Director

Dan Herrick

226-974-7399

info@greybrucemakers.ca

1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound, ON
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