Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit
Ignite Studio is proud to present the Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit, hosted in Ignite’s main gallery from August, 17th to October 10th, 2024. The HCAA is a juried membership-driven fine arts organization for Hamilton County residents in...
How to Draw with Charcoal
Charcoal is a messy material that can seem daunting to use. However, once you get the hang of it, it offers a great experience for everything from quick sketches to incredibly detailed drawings. If you are working on a drawing that has deep shadows, charcoal will have...
NEW: Lightburn Software for the Laser Engraver
RDWorks will still be available as usual, but we are excited to announce that patrons can now also access Lightburn while using our laser engraver. Lightburn is the industry standard laser-cutting software. For those who are interested in making the transition from...
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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
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
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
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
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
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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Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit
Ignite Studio is proud to present the Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit, hosted in Ignite’s main gallery from August, 17th to October 10th, 2024. The HCAA is a juried membership-driven fine arts organization for Hamilton County residents in...
How to Draw with Charcoal
Charcoal is a messy material that can seem daunting to use. However, once you get the hang of it, it offers a great experience for everything from quick sketches to incredibly detailed drawings. If you are working on a drawing that has deep shadows, charcoal will have...
NEW: Lightburn Software for the Laser Engraver
RDWorks will still be available as usual, but we are excited to announce that patrons can now also access Lightburn while using our laser engraver. Lightburn is the industry standard laser-cutting software. For those who are interested in making the transition from...
Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit
Ignite Studio is proud to present the Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s Annual Exhibit, hosted in Ignite’s main gallery from August, 17th to October 10th, 2024. The HCAA is a juried membership-driven fine arts organization for Hamilton County residents in...
How to Draw with Charcoal
Charcoal is a messy material that can seem daunting to use. However, once you get the hang of it, it offers a great experience for everything from quick sketches to incredibly detailed drawings. If you are working on a drawing that has deep shadows, charcoal will have...
NEW: Lightburn Software for the Laser Engraver
RDWorks will still be available as usual, but we are excited to announce that patrons can now also access Lightburn while using our laser engraver. Lightburn is the industry standard laser-cutting software. For those who are interested in making the transition from...
“Sew Much Gratitude”: A Solo Art Show by Gina Baird
The construction finishing up at the Fishers branch of Hamilton East Public Library has given the library and Ignite Studio space to display artwork inside the newly renovated north entrance. You may have already seen our collaborative exhibit with the Fishers Arts...
How to Make a Clay Fruit Jar
by Donya Collins As the summer comes to a head it’s the perfect time to make fruit themed crafts. Today I made a trinket jar using our kids clay kit here in the Ignite Studio. I made sure to stick to one ball of clay, as that is what is available in a kit. Our rule is...
Intro to Gesture Drawing
Hey y’all, it's Katie here with another Ignite Studio art blog! Something I hear a lot from people is “I’m no good at drawing, I can only do stick figures” or “I want to learn figure drawing but it’s scary and I have no idea where to start.” If this sounds like you,...
Introducing Ignite’s Macrame Kit
Introducing Ignite's Macrame Kit! Macrame is a form of textile that uses knots as opposed to weaving or knitting. While there are hundreds of different macrame knots, just learning a few of the basics will open many possibilities of what can be made. Introducing...
Draw with Ignite’s Wacom Intuos
We are spotlighting a hidden gem in Ignite, our Wacom Intous tablet. This is available for checkout to use here in the studio. Intuos is a screenless drawing tablet where you use the pen to draw in an application. It is sensitive and has buttons for gesture...
Introducing Ignite’s Bead Buddy Kit
Did you go to summer camp in the eighties or nineties? Or maybe attend last month’s Crafty Teens session? If so, then you may be familiar with Ignite’s newest kit: Bead Buddies! These beaded critters are fun and easy to make, and are great a great addition to any...
Beginner Embroidery Project: Text Tees
Ignite has an exciting new piece of equipment: the Brother nq1700e Embroidery Machine! With this machine you can embroider beautiful designs onto towels, tablecloths, Bags, or ever clothes! This machine has so much to offer, but it can be intimidating to have so many...
