Intro to Digital Fabrication

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This course is an experimental studio geared toward the exploration of several new technologies in digital fabrication, including computer–controlled routers and 3D printers. What are the affordances of these technologies and what do they mean in the context of the fine arts? These machines can produce works that are finished products or that are steps along the way in more traditional art media. How can we use these tools to enhance our artistic practice? What do they mean for the future of fabrication, craft, and aesthetics? These are the questions we’ll work to explore together.