Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Ignite Studio invites central Indiana artists to serve as a Maker-in-Residence in 2026. Ignite Studio is an arts-focused makerspace designed to offer the Hamilton County community with broad access to a variety of art and making practices. We help patrons on-ramp to...

Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

“Random Fandom” Fan Art Exhibit at LibraryCon!  Anime! K-pop! Books! Video games galore! What are you passionate about? Ignite Studio and HEPL are seeking submissions for our second “Random Fandom” exhibit, a group exhibit to celebrate LibraryCon! on November 15, 2025...

Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Studio seeks submissions for “Layered", our upcoming juried exhibition. The theme “Layered” refers to something that is composed of or constructed in tiers or layers, one on top of the other. This theme can be applied in different contexts, such as a layered...

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Art studio and makerspace at HEPL. Ideas Spark Here.

Spark Creativity With A Maker Kit.

These fully stocked kits provide all the supplies and tools needed to try a variety of activities. Check one out, use it in our space and check it back in before you leave.

Featured maker kits:

  • Clay Hand Building
  • Maker Craft
  • Relief Cut Printmaking
  • Watercolor Painting
Adult kit library at Ignite Studio

Take Your Creativity To The Next Level At The Fab Lab.

Two 3D printers, a laser engraver, vinyl cutter, sewing machines, Cricut Makers, sublimation printers, a heat press and a mug press are all available in Ignite. Print 3D objects, cut and engrave with laser precision, or make your next professional quality sign, t-shirt or mug. Some equipment requires certification while video tutorials are available for others.

Available at Fab Lab:

  • Two 3D Printers
  • Laser Engraver
  • Vinyl Cutter
  • Materials for equipment
3D printer station at Ignite Studio

Record and produce music, videos and more!

Take advantage of our audio/video production studio to record your next project. This suite includes free access to audio and video production equipment, mixing console, microphones and cabling, high-end cameras, lighting equipment, a green screen and more.

Available in the A.V. Studio:

  • Production equipment
  • USB Audio Box
  • Microphones and cabling
  • Cameras, lighting and more
close up of sound equipment in the A.V. Studio at Ignite

Create Your Next Digital Media Project

Make your next tech project come to life in our digital media labs. Four lab spaces are available for free to users in Ignite Studio. Each is equipped with a 27” iMac with retina display and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite.

Available in the digital media labs:

  • 27" iMac
  • Adobe Products
  • Audio Recording Kit
  • Video Recording Kit
iMac in Digital Media Lab

Spaces for all creative projects!

Ignite Studio offers zones for creativity. Make a mess with paints and clay in the messy maker area. Create something beautiful from paper or fabric in the clean maker area. Explore a range of mediums and activities from our kit library at our tables.

Areas at Ignite Studio:

  • Clean areas
  • Messy areas
  • Clean-up area
  • Exhibit space and more
Tables and chairs in the clean area of Ignite Studio
Artist with paint palette

maker-in-residence

Ignite Studio houses a Maker-in-Residence space designed to support professional and teaching artists in central Indiana. Artists will serve 12-16 week terms in this space, exhibit their work, offer educational experiences to patrons, and provide insight into their own creative process. Stay tuned for more information about upcoming artists and how to apply to the program.

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Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Ignite Studio invites central Indiana artists to serve as a Maker-in-Residence in 2026. Ignite Studio is an arts-focused makerspace designed to offer the Hamilton County community with broad access to a variety of art and making practices. We help patrons on-ramp to...

read more
Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

“Random Fandom” Fan Art Exhibit at LibraryCon!  Anime! K-pop! Books! Video games galore! What are you passionate about? Ignite Studio and HEPL are seeking submissions for our second “Random Fandom” exhibit, a group exhibit to celebrate LibraryCon! on November 15, 2025...

read more
Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Studio seeks submissions for “Layered", our upcoming juried exhibition. The theme “Layered” refers to something that is composed of or constructed in tiers or layers, one on top of the other. This theme can be applied in different contexts, such as a layered...

read more
Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Call for Makers-In-Residence 2026

Ignite Studio invites central Indiana artists to serve as a Maker-in-Residence in 2026. Ignite Studio is an arts-focused makerspace designed to offer the Hamilton County community with broad access to a variety of art and making practices. We help patrons on-ramp to...

read more
Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

Ignite Studio Seeks Art for “Random Fandom”

“Random Fandom” Fan Art Exhibit at LibraryCon!  Anime! K-pop! Books! Video games galore! What are you passionate about? Ignite Studio and HEPL are seeking submissions for our second “Random Fandom” exhibit, a group exhibit to celebrate LibraryCon! on November 15, 2025...

read more
Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Call for Art for juried show “Layered”

Ignite Studio seeks submissions for “Layered", our upcoming juried exhibition. The theme “Layered” refers to something that is composed of or constructed in tiers or layers, one on top of the other. This theme can be applied in different contexts, such as a layered...

read more
Introducing Ignite’s New Laser Engraver

Introducing Ignite’s New Laser Engraver

by Jared H. Introducing Ignite’s New Laser Engraver  Our laser engraver here at Ignite Studio is one of our most popular pieces of equipment. With several thousands of hours of operating time and over six years of service, it was time for an upgrade. We are all very...

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Plotter Art at Ignite Studio

Plotter Art at Ignite Studio

by Wil C. Plotter Art at Ignite Studio There are a lot of different ways to create art, and Ignite has many options to explore traditional art. However, for some, traditional art mediums can be difficult to execute without proper training. This blog will explore some...

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“You Grow Girl”: A Solo Exhibition by Mallory Coffey

“You Grow Girl”: A Solo Exhibition by Mallory Coffey

“You Grow Girl”: A Solo Exhibit by Mallory Coffey  Ignite Studio is proud to host solo exhibits by artists from Hamilton County and surrounding areas as part of our mission to promote and display art from our talented community. Our next solo exhibit is Mallory...

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How to Get Started with Crochet

How to Get Started with Crochet

by Kate H. Crocheting is one of the most versatile fiber arts to explore. It can also be very daunting due to the amount of information there is to learn all at once! This blog will provide some information on crochet basics to help get you started. Check out our...

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Color Mixing Basics

Color Mixing Basics

by Katie W. Hello makers! When you check out one of our acrylic paint kits to make a painting you have a variety of paint color choices. Using those colors straight out of the tube is always an option, but being able to incorporate a wider array of colors into your...

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