Intro To Resin 3D Printing Class in Portland, Maine

Length: 3 hours
Class Fee: $105

In this three-hour class, students will be introduced to resin 3D printers, known for producing fine detail and smooth surfaces. We will cover machine setup, files and slicing, the print process, and post-print cleaning and curing, and painting. We’ll walk through the steps of designing parts in CAD software, preparing files for printing using 3D slicer software, and printing parts on Factory 3’s printer. Students may choose to follow along with software demonstrations on their own computer. No technical background is required.

About the instructor:
Lee Rusiecki (they/them) is a 2025 graduate from Mount Holyoke College with degrees in French and Environmental Science. They worked at Fimbel Engineering Lab–Mt Holyoke’s makerspace–maintaining the space and running workshops. Currently on a leatherworking kick, they are knowledgeable in 3D printing, jewelry making, laser cutting, and woodworking. They are a bit of a jack of all trades and love learning new skillsets.