This page is intended to give an overview of the Digital Media Lab here at Open Works. It is a helpful resource for beginners looking to expand their knowledge, and can also serve as a reminder for more experienced users.
The shops here are a shared space, with a community of users at all different experience levels. Open Works strives to foster a welcoming environment where folks feel comfortable asking questions and learning. Community Technicians are also available to help and answer questions about any tools or processes you are unfamiliar with. It is always better to ask questions than use a tool in an unsafe way. Even experts sometimes need to be reminded of good habits!
Absolutely no food or drinks within the Digital Media Lab!
Everyone is expected to clean up after themselves during and after using any shops, labs, or classrooms. Use the brooms and other cleaning supplies provided to clean your work station as you go. Turn off machines and return tools to their storage location after each use. Community Technicians will ask you to begin cleaning up 30 minutes prior to closing. Please be mindful that we share this space with everyone and its all of our responsibilities to keep things neat and orderly.
A membership or day pass is required to access Digital Media.
Before your visit, please ensure Digital Media is open for use. The shop is closed for general use when there are classes and special events booked in the space.
The shop's weekly class schedule and other closures will be posted on the shop door and communicated via email. Please plan accordingly.
Community Technicians will ask you to begin cleaning up 30 minutes prior to closing so please allot extra time in your schedule if you plan to work in the shop until closing.
The machines in Digital Media are available on a first-come first-serve basis. However, in order to budget time fairly, please talk to a Community Technician if you are planning a large project or have an important deadline.
You can make machine reservations in the following ways:
Size | Standard Vinyl | Premium Vinyl | Bring Your Own Vinyl |
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24" | $0.25 per linear inch | $0.50 per linear inch | $0.00 per linear inch |
48" | $0.50 per linear inch | $1.00 per linear inch | $0.00 per linear inch |
Size | Glossy or Matte Paper |
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8.5" x 11" | $3.50 |
8.5" x 14" | $4.50 |
11" x 17" | $6.00 |
13" x 19" | $7.80 |
Coverage | Cost |
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Full ink coverage | $0.03/in² |
Partial ink coverage | $0.02/in² |
Coverage | Cost |
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Full ink coverage | $0.03/in² |
Partial ink coverage | $0.02/in² |
Coverage | Cost |
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Full ink coverage | $0.01/in² |
Partial ink coverage | $0.01/in² |
See Emergency Procedures page for more detailed emergency protocols.
Due to limited space, members can only leave projects and materials in the shop for 24 hours with a Tech's approval.
ALWAYS fill out a Project Tag to leave projects overnight:
Projects without proper tags and approval will be thrown out.
Microstudio Residents can store projects in their assigned locker, or purchase additional space in the Member Storage area downstairs.
Open Works strives to foster a welcoming environment where folks feel comfortable asking questions and learning.
Apart from this Wiki, manuals and other reference materials are on or near each machine in the shops. You can also look up each machine page in this wiki for general guides and reference information.
Community Technicians are available to help and answer questions about any tools or processes you are unfamiliar with. It is always better to ask questions than use a tool in an unsafe way. Even experts sometimes need to be reminded of good habits!
If any tool or machine needs attention, please alert a Community Technician as soon as possible.