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In the woodworking space at NextFab, something extraordinary is taking shape. Filmmaker and visual artist jasmine lynea is seven months into the Leeway x NextFab Art + Technology Artist Residency program, building what they call a “Love Machine.” The tiny house installation explores themes of family, community, preserving history, gentrification, and the power of love […]
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The sound of bandsaws humming and metal being shaped filled NextFab’s Philadelphia maker space as 15 young men from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School rolled up their sleeves for an experience that would challenge everything they thought they knew about creating with their hands. A New Kind of Education Following NextFab’s Makers Education Summit on March […]
The summer heat is blazing, but savvy Philadelphia artists and makers know that Christmas in July isn’t just a retail gimmick; it’s a strategic opportunity to build momentum for the most lucrative season of the year. While tourists flock to Independence Hall and locals cool off at Spruce Street Harbor Park, you should be laying […]
It’s Spring at NextFab, and that means our acclaimed Maker Series is underway. Among this quarter’s offerings is a standout course that perfectly embodies our mission of combining cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship: Building Furniture: MCM-Inspired Storage Unit with Stewart. Students are about to enter their third class, so we sat down with the instructor, […]
Join us for our June Pride programming at NextFab! We’ll be hosting two workshops to dive into making, and ending it with a Queer Maker Mixer, open to the public. Whether you’re looking to learn more about making or meet other creatives, join us for a workshop, the mixer, or both! 20% of ticket sales […]
“My dreams stay dreams if I can’t execute.” Website: www.mariaRschneider.com Instagram: @mariaRschneider In the heart of Philadelphia’s creative landscape, NextFab’s makerspace has been the catalyst for countless artistic transformations. Few stories capture this evolution more dramatically than that of Maria R Schneider, whose unexpected journey from corporate professional to innovative artist exemplifies the transformative power […]
Learn, Create, and Build with Expert Guidance Spring is here, and so is a fresh lineup of hands-on class series in our Maker Series! Whether you’re looking to refine your skills, try something new, or finally tackle that dream project, we’ve got something for you. This quarter, we’re bringing back some crowd favorites and introducing […]
Website: lightenuplab.com Instagram: @lightenupforfun Tell us about yourself I’m the owner of Lighten Up Labs, creating sculptural modern lighting. I graduated in 2022 with an MFA in Industrial Design from Thomas Jefferson University. While I initially focused on traditional design work, I launched a second business called Click Accessibility, which assists individuals in modifying technology […]
As the creative world evolves, so do the challenges that artists, makers, and small business owners face. This year, the annual Tools of the Trades conference, hosted by NextFab, CraftNOW, and LaserPhilly, arrives at a critical moment for Philadelphia’s creative community. With big changes like the closure of UArts and the Arts + Business Council’s […]
Website: http://bradfordceramics.com Instagram: @bradfordceramics Tell us about yourself I’m Bradford. I recently completed my MFA from Tyler School of Art & Architecture at Temple University with a concentration in ceramics. I’m also a retired Army Veteran. I completed my undergrad in the early 2000s, earning a BFA from the University of South Carolina, focused on […]