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Event Series: Sounds in Nature: Build your own Plant Synth

Sounds in Nature: Build your own Plant Synth

30th May 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
£2

Make Stuff is a series of fun and unique creative digital activities for all ages from the digital rookie to the tech savvy.

Thu, 30 May 2024 at  10:00am

Stockport Museum, 30 Market Place Stockport SK1 1ES

 

Part of our half-term events for mini-makers

Did you know that plants conduct small amounts of electrical activity? We’ll use that power to help you build your very own plant synth.

After, you’ll get to connect your synth to different conductive materials like moss, leaves, or water. Each material has its own unique electrical properties, which the synth will translate into different sounds.

This interactive workshop is a great way to learn about electronics, nature, and how to make music with everyday objects.

Each session takes 1 hour. Sign up for one of four sessions on Thursday 30, May:

  • 10:00 – 11:00 (ages 7+)
  • 11:30 – 12:30 (ages 7+)
  • 13:30 – 14:30 (ages 12+)
  • 15:00 -16:00 (ages 7+)

Who’s this for?

This workshop is suitable for ages 7+. Participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults do not need to book a ticket.

What do you need to bring?

Just you! All tools and equipment are provided.

Cost

This event is free to attend. We charge a £2 booking fee, which is refunded on attending the event. Or, if you prefer, you can leave it as a donation to MadLab CIC to support future community-led events. Refunds will be processed within seven working days. If you cannot afford a ticket, please email makestuff@madlab.org.uk with your name and postcode, and we will be in touch.

Additional Information

Light refreshments will be provided.
This workshop will require some soldering to complete. This will be done by a member of staff, or optionally, children can choose to try this themselves under supervision. Please be aware that soldering irons are extremely hot, and there is a risk of burns associated with this.

Please note

We have multiple workshops during the day, starting at 10am. The specific start time for your event will be listed under ‘Order Summary’ in your confirmation email.

About the facilitator

Laura Pullig is an artist who works with new media, electronics and people interested in high and low tech, e-textiles and interactivity.

 

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