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Program

Make a DrawBot (Ages 5+)

Name: Make a DrawBot at Ultimo (Ages 5+)
Start: 2023-07-04T01:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-07-06T06:00:00.000Z
Location: Ultimo

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when

Ended 6 Jul 2023

where

Ultimo

In this family workshop participants will make and experiment with their very own DrawBot.

DrawBots are motorised drawing machines which use weights and vibrations to create mesmerising one-of-a-kind drawings.

Participants will build their DrawBots and experiment with the positions of markers and weights then watch their DrawBots create artworks.

At the end of the workshop participants take their DrawBots home to continue playing and creating.

Family workshops are designed to create conversations between adults and young learners in a shared environment. They create a platform for learning to continue at home.

Recommended for ages 5+.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, although one adult may accompany multiple children within a small group of family and friends. Bookings essential for all participants (children and adults).

Accompanying adults who do not wish to make a DrawBot can register as a free supervising adult.

Venue

Powerhouse Ultimo
500 Harris St
Ultimo NSW 2007

Plan your visit

Entry

Child (Ages 5+) $15
Adult (Participating) $15
Adult (Supervising) Free
Book now

4–6 July 2023
11am–12pm, 1–2pm, 3–4pm

Accessibility

We encourage visitors with accessibility requirements to contact us via book@powerhouse.com.au or (02) 9217 0222 for help in planning your visit. We accept Companion Cards.

Note

Children must be accompanied by an adult, although one adult may accompany multiple children within a small group. Bookings essential for all participants (children and adults). Accompanying adults who do not wish to make a DrawBot can register as a free supervising adult.