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Posts Tagged ‘Maker movement’

Curiosity Hacked brings the maker movement to Oakland’s students

By Alison Vayne | December 7, 2015 | 1
Tom Chappelear, a mentor at Curiosity Hacked, is helping one of the kids build the base of a BattleBot.

It is 7 p.m. and the young makers at Curiosity Hacked are swiftly moving between the laser cutter and their workbenches. This Tuesday, the kids have one mission in mind: creating BattleBots for the spring competition.

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Oakland’s makers get organized

By James Reddick | December 9, 2013 | 6
A "gargoyle" made by artist Ryon Gesink from recycled motorcycle and car parts at the entrance to American Steel Studios. Photo by James Reddick.

Seeking recognition and support from the city, new initiative unites creative manufacturers

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