Laser Committee

Turn your most meaningful moments into art that lasts a lifetime. In this can’t-miss Thunder Laser Photo Etching Class, you’ll learn how to transform a simple photograph into a stunning, permanent engraving on wood, glass, and more.

Bring a portrait of someone you love—a family member, a friend, even a beloved pet—and we’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of preparing it for the laser. Using Photoshop, you’ll learn how to brighten, sharpen, and enhance your image so every detail shines. Then, we’ll show you how to convert your photo into the optimal format for photo etching, unlocking the true potential of your design.

From there, you’ll dive into LightBurn, the powerful software that drives the laser. You’ll learn how to dial in the perfect speed, power, and settings to achieve crisp detail, rich contrast, and professional-quality results across different materials.

But this class is more than just technique—it’s about meaning. There’s something powerful about taking a fleeting digital image and engraving it into a physical surface that can be held, gifted, and passed down for generations. Whether you’re creating a heartfelt gift or preserving your own memories, you’ll leave with the ability to turn moments into heirlooms.

Important: The quality of your final piece starts with your photo. Please bring a high-resolution, clear image (not pixelated or blurry). The better your image, the more stunning and detailed your engraving will be.

By the end of this workshop, you won’t just walk away with a beautiful finished piece—you’ll leave with the skills, confidence, and creative power to continue capturing and preserving memories in a truly unforgettable way.

This class will not train and clear you to use the laser. Make sure you take the certification class to use the laser on your own .

In this project class, we will learn how to convert a black-and-white image into a vector and use the thunder laser to cut our stamp. You will learn to cut acrylic and rubber then attach them to your hand-turn handle. We will meet in the laser area.

Syllabus:

-converting images into vector
-using the right rubber for the laser
-using Lightburn to load our file
-layout
-understanding power and speed
-loading material and setting laser height
-safety and rules
-clean up

Come join the fun and learn how to maintain our Laser Systems.

This event happens each month. We limit the number of participants so everyone is involved learning. You will be paired up with a Laser Service Mentor.

We begin at 9AM and usually complete things between 12PM and 1PM.

This is where you learn how clean machines, adjust the beds, cleans the lens, focus the Laser, etc.

Please let us know your coming so we can make sure to have enough pastries in the morning and can order in lunch.

** This learning experience is limited to 6 DMS members. **

Monthly Laser Committee Meeting & Election

Review the last thirty day's Laser Committee's upgrades

Review the last weekends Laser Service Day

Discuss upcoming refinements and enhancements to the Laser area.

Let us know if your attending so we get enough snacks