Protospace Wiki - User contributions [en]

Where to source tools and materials

2013-03-05T09:28:25Z

Wintr: /* Other */

== Local ==
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=212376733631745701470.0004b3d3ebba5ca51cd5b&msa=0&ll=51.010083,-114.083061&spn=0.166114,0.308647 Protospace Resource Map]

===Acrylic===
: [http://acrylicconcepts.net/ Acrylic Concepts]
: Address: Suite 18-1410 40 Ave NE, Calgary AB, T2E 6L1
: Phone: [tel:+14039743240 (403) 974-3240]
: 
: [http://ippnet.com/ Industrial Paint & Plastics]
: Address: #5, 5558-1 Street SE, Calgary AB, T2H 2W9
: Phone: [tel:+14032528368 (403) 252-8368]
: 
: [http://www.sabicpolymershapes.com/ SABIC's Polymershapes]
: Address: 1440 Aviation Park NE, Calgary AB, T2E 7E2
: Phone: [tel:+14032501670 (403) 250-1670]
: 
: [http://cesco.ca Canadian Engravers Supply] (Laminate Acrylic)
: Address: 4730 - 14th St NE, Calgary AB, T2E 6L7
: Phone: [tel:+14032506774 (403) 250-6774]
: Note: Protospace has an account under the name 'Calgary Protospace'. They don't typically do walk-ins so call ahead.

===Electronics===
: [http://solarbotics.com/ Solarbotics]
: [http://www.mroelectronics.com/ MRO Electronics]
: [http://www.active123.com/ Active Tech - Electronic Supplies Depot]
: [http://www.apcircuits.com/ Alberta Printed Circuits] (PCB Fabrication)
: [http://www.be-electronics.com/ B&E Electronics]
: [http://www.phidgets.com/ Phidgets]

===Fasteners===
: [http://www.fastenal.com/ Fastenal]
: North Address: BAY P - 2020 32nd Avenue NE Calgary, AB T2E 6T4
: Phone: (403) 291-3282
: 
: [http://boltsupply.com/home.aspx Bolt Supply House]
: North Address: 3437 12 Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6S6
: Phone: (403) 250-2658
: 
: [http://calgarytechnologysolutions.com/triadfasteners.com/index.html Triad Fasteners & Industrial Products Ltd.]
: Address: 2025 41 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6P2
: Phone:(403) 287-3444

===Metal===
: [http://www.metalsupermarkets.com/ Metal Supermarket] (Good for small quantities of common metals)
: Address: 3716-56th Ave. SE, Calgary AB, T2C 2B5
: Phone: (403)720-2267
: 
: [http://www.rainbowsalvage.net/ Rainbow Salvage] (Large Quantity Scrap Metal/Steel)
: Address: #300, 104 East Lake Blvd NE, Airdrie AB, T4A 2G2
: Phone: (403) 948 4901
: 
: [http://www.samuel.com/ Samuel Specialty Metals Canada]
: Address: 9112 52 St SE, Calgary AB, T2C 5A9
: Phone: (403) 203-0731

===Textiles===
: [http://www.tandyleatherfactory.ca/ Leather & leatherworking tools]
: [http://www.fabricdepot.ca/ Fabric Debot] - Largest fabric store in Calgary

===Tools===
: [http://www.actequipment.com/ ACT Equipment] (machine shop related tools, great stock)
: [http://www.leevalley.com/en/home/Announcement.aspx Lee Valley Tools] (woodworking)
: [http://www.busybeetools.com/ Busy Bee Tools] (imported largish tools, metal and wood. Cheap but not crap)
: [http://www.kmstools.com/ KMS Tools][http://goo.gl/maps/sPlul 6311 Centre St SW]

===Wood===
: [http://www.windsorplywood.com/ Windsor Plywood]
: [http://www.blackforestwood.com/ Black Forest Wood]
: [http://www.pjwhitehardwoods.com/ P.J. White Hardwoods]
: [http://www.ucfp.com/ Upper Canada Forest Products]

===Other===
: [http://www.princessauto.com/ Princess Auto]
: [http://www.ribtor.com/ Ribtor] (surplus and camping)
: [http://www.lowes.com/ Lowe's] (I only mention this because their selection is FAR better then the crap at Home Depot and Rona.)
: [http://canada.michaels.com/ Michael's] (Stamp rubber)

== Online ==

===Automotive===
: [http://www.toyodiy.com/parts/xref ToyoDIY parts cross-reference]
: [http://www.megasquirt.info/ Megasquirt EFI controllers]
: [http://www.rockauto.com/ Rock Auto]
: [http://www.mopacautosupply.com/ MOPAC Auto Supply]

===Electronics===
: [http://ca.digikey.com/ Digi-Key]
: [http://ca.mouser.com/ Mouser]
: [http://www.jameco.com/ Jameco]
: [http://www.supremecable.com/ supremecable] - Wiring harnesses
: [http://www.sparkfun.com/ Sparkfun Electronics]

====Kits====
: [http://adafruit.com/ Adafruit Industries]
: [http://evilmadscience.com/ Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories]
: [http://mightyohm.com/blog/products/ Mighty Ohm]

====LEDs====
: [http://www.phenoptix.com/ Phenoptix] - Mostly LEDs but carries other components as well (Free shipping everywhere)
: [http://www.superbrightleds.com/ Superbright LEDs] - LEDs

====Metal====
: [http://www.metalsupermarkets.com/ Metal Super Markets] - Big selection, Big Shipping charges
: [http://www.onlinemetals.com Online Metals] - Ships via UPS

====Samples====
Chip manufacturers are typically a good place to get free samples of components
: [http://www.ti.com/ Texas Instruments]
: [http://www.st.com/ STMicroelectronics]
: [http://www.national.com/ National Semiconductor]

===Other===
: [http://www.kjmagnetics.com/ K&J Magnetics] - Magnets, lots and lots of magnets
: [https://www.vxb.com/ VXB Ball Bearings]
: [http://dx.com/ Deal Extreme] - Cheap stuff out of China that's great for hacking purposes

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:14:39Z

Wintr: /* Metals */

Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. Let me know if there's a better location for this page or if it's relevant at all. Better yet, move it or delete it if you have good reason - wintr

==Metals==

<gallery>
File:Wintr-sigil.jpeg|Powder Coated Aluminum Setting: Cut Speed: 20 Power: 40 Date: 13.03.04
</gallery>

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:14:12Z

Wintr:

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:12:59Z

Wintr:

Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. - wintr

==Metals==

<gallery>
File:Wintr-sigil.jpeg|Powder Coated Aluminum S-20, P-40 13.03.04
</gallery>

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:12:18Z

Wintr: /* Metals */

Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. - wintr

==Metals==

<gallery>
File:Wintr-sigil.jpeg|Powder Coated Aluminum S-20, P-40
</gallery>

File:Wintr-sigil.jpeg

2013-03-05T09:08:52Z

Wintr: Laser etched formal name "Yang Xia Hwa" on powder coated aluminum.

Laser etched formal name "Yang Xia Hwa" on powder coated aluminum.

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:04:34Z

Wintr:

Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. - wintr

==Metals==

Power Levels

2013-03-05T09:04:06Z

Wintr: Created page with "Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. - wintr"

Placeholder - Hoping to create a list of current power levels with examples of output. - wintr

Tools we have

2013-03-05T09:02:43Z

Wintr: /* 3D Printing/Cutting Tools */

[[File:Click_Tip.jpg|right]]
==Notes==

We can always use new tools! Please feel free to contact Protospace to donate, arrange for pickup, or drop them off in person.

Members: Follow this [[Adding New Tools Procedure]]

Please amalgamate old content at bottom to new format, removing the old as you go. Delete this message when complete.

Treat tools with respect and care! Also clean them up and put them back before you leave :)

==3D Printing/Cutting Tools==

<gallery>
File:Laser_Cutter.jpg|[[Laser Cutter]]
File:3DP_Cupcake.jpg|[[3D Printer (Cupcake)]]
File:3DP_RapMan.jpg|[[3D Printer (RapMan)]]
</gallery>

* Laser Cutter [[Power Levels]]
* 3D Printer (Utilimaker) - Brian Queen - ?? - Working okay, needs heated bed - ??

==Automotive Tools==

<gallery>
File:Compressor_Big.jpg|[[Compressor (Big)]]
File:Compressor_Dewalt.jpg|[[Compressor (Dewalt)]]
File:Floor_Jack.jpg|[[Floor Jack]]
File:Press_Red.jpg|[[Press (red, 20 ton)]]
File:Socket_Set.jpg|[[Socket Set]]
</gallery>

==Chemistry==

*Bench Top Fume Hood (White) - James/Travis - ?? - Design Phase - ??
*Chemical Storage - James/Travis - ?? - Design Phase - ??
*Hot Plate/Stirrer (Lab Line/Orange) - James - Private - Working - Ask Owner First
*Hot Plate/Stirrer (VWR/White) - James - Semi-Permanent Loan - Working, needs new ceramic top - Ask Owner First
*Rheostat For Heating Mantle (Green) - James - Private - Working - Ask Owner First
*Solder Fume Extractors - James/Inks - ?? - Sourcing Materials - Open to All

==Electronics Tools==

<gallery>
File:Pick_N_Place.jpg|[[Pick & Place]]
</gallery>

* Compressor (small/black), Air Tank, Controls & Air Dryer - circuithacker & 19200baud - Loaned While Members - Needs plumbing and wiring fix - Paired with Pick & Place
* Lab Power Supply - ?? - ?? - ??
* Oscilloscope (Kikusui COS5060 60Mhz) - Dan Damron - Working - Open to Members Only
* Oscilloscope (Tektronics 2225 50Mhz) - ?? - ?? - ??
* Reflow SMT Station - Dan Damron - ?? - Working - Open to Members Only
* SMT Hot Air Rework Station (with soldering tools)- Dan Damron - Personal - Working - Ask Owner First

==Metalworking Tools==

<gallery>
File:Angle_Grinder.jpg|[[Angle Grinder]]
File:Bandsaw_Horizontal.jpg|[[Bandsaw (Horizontal)]]
File:Bench_Grinder_Red.jpg|[[Bench Grinder (Red)]]
File:Bench_Grinder_Grey.jpg|[[Bench Grinder (Grey)]]
File:Chopsaw_Metal.jpg|[[Chopsaw (Metal)]]
File:Compressor_White.jpg|[[Compressor (White)]]
File:Drill_Dewalt.jpg|[[Corded Drill (Dewalt)]]
File:Drill_Press_Mastercraft.jpg|[[Drill Press (Mastercraft)]]
File:Forge_Propane_2.jpg|[[Propane Forge]]
File:Lathe_Mill.jpg|[[Lathe/Mill Combo]]
File:OxyAce_Mini.jpg|[[Oxy/Acetylene (mini)]]
File:OxyAce_Tall.jpg|[[Oxy/Acetylene (large)]]
File:Plasma_Cutter_Miller.jpg|[[Plasma Cutter (Miller, small)]]
File:Plasma_Cutter_Yellow.jpg|[[Plasma Cutter (Yellow, huge)]]
File:Taps_Grey.jpg|[[Tap & Die Set (grey)]]
File:Vice_Medium.jpg|[[Vice (medium)]]
File:Vice_Giant.jpg|[[Vice (giant)]]
File:Welder_MIG.jpg|[[Welder (MIG)]]
File:Welder_Stick.jpg|[[Welder (Stick, orange)]]
</gallery>

* Forge (charcoal) - Travis - Semi-permanent Loan - Working - Ask Owner
* Tap & Die set (Mastercraft, blue) - Travis - Donated to Protospace - Working - Self-teach, read/learn how to not break taps before use

==Woodworking/Plastic Tools==

<gallery>
File:Bandsaw.jpg|[[Bandsaw (Green)]]
File:Belt_Sander_Makita.jpg|[[Belt Sander (Makita)]]
File:Chop_Saw.jpg|[[Chop Saw (Ryobi)]]
File:Skil_Saw_BD.jpg|[[Skil Saw (B&D)]]
File:Skil_Saw_Red.jpg|[[Skil Saw (Red)]]
File:Dremel_Mastercraft.jpg|[[Corded Dremel]]
File:Dremel_Grey.jpg|[[Cordless Dremel]]
File:Drill_Makita.jpg|[[Drill (Makita)]]
File:Drill_Press_Jobmate.jpg|[[Drill Press (Jobmate)]]
File:MaxNC10.jpg|[[MAXNC 10 Mill]]
File:Jigsaw.jpg|[[Jigsaw]]
File:Jointer.jpg|[[Jointer]]
File:Planar_Ryobi.jpg|[[Planar (Ryobi)]]
File:Plate_Joiner.jpg|[[Plate Joiner]]
File:Radial_Arm_Saw.jpg|[[Radial Arm Saw]]
File:Reciprocating_Saw.jpg|[[Reciprocating Saw]]
File:Router_Plunge_Makita.jpg|[[Router (Plunge, Makita)]]
File:Sander_Mouse.jpg|[[Sander Mouse]]
File:Sander_Orbital.jpg|[[Sander Orbital]]
File:Scroll_Saw_Grey.jpg|[[Scroll Saw (Grey)]]
File:Scroll_Saw_Blue.jpg|[[Scroll Saw (Blue)]]
File:SCMS_Hitachi.jpg|[[Sliding Compound Miter Saw]]
File:Tablesaw.jpg|[[Table Saw (Craftex)]]
File:Vacuum_Sawdust.jpg|[[Vacuum (sawdust)]]
File:Vice_Wood.jpg|[[Vice (Wood)]]
File:Lathe_Wood_Mini.jpg|[[Wood Lathe]]
</gallery>

* Cordless Drill (Orange) - ?? - ?? - Working - ??

==Misc Tools==

<gallery>
File:Dewars.jpg|[[50L Dewars]]
File:Engraver.jpg|[[Engraver]]
File:Vac_Pump.jpg|[[Vacuum Former]]
File:Shop_Vac_Orange.jpg|[[Shop Vacuum (orange)]]
</gallery>

* PA System & Speakers - Dan Damron - ?? - ?? - ??
* Sewing Machine (Singer 730) - ?? - ?? - Marginally Working - ??
* Sewing Machine (EuroPro) - ?? - ?? - Needs Fixing - ??
* Sewing Machine (Kenmore) - Gina N - Donated to Protospace - Working - Open To Members
* Vacuum Former (complete) - Lorin - ?? - ?? - ??
* Vinyl Cutter - ?? - ?? - ?? - ??

==Old Content To Be Merged With Above or Deleted==

===Member tools and gadgets===
Tremaine:
* 4 1 ton vehicle jack stands - member only use
* metric ratchet set with 3/8" and 1/4" drivers (6mm to 19mm sockets) - member only use
* metric ratchet 1/2" driver, 1 short extender and 1 long, sockets from 12mm to 24mm (some deep impact) - member only use
* metric crescent wrenches 8mm - 24mm - member only use
* variety of wrenches, standard screwdrivers - member only use
* Metric hex key set - member only use
* Heat gun - member only use
* Torque wrench - member only use
* Breaker bar with 1/2" driver - member only use
* Blowtorch (triggerstart) - member only use

Mike Hermann
* Hitachi 200 MHz digital scope
* Weller Adjustable soldering station
* 2 channel 30 VDC bench supply
* Current clamps for multimeter
* Std metal working handtools
* Std wood working handtools
* Makita LiON contractor pack (4 tool: rotary saw, sabre/sawsall, driver, drill)
* Paintgun (compressor driven)
* Rotary saw
* Jigsaw
* 2.5 T rollaway jack
* Metric and Imperial wrench set
* Large torque wrench
* Shop vac
* Dremel and kit
* Bit set (std drivers, allan key, torx, torx secure, etc)

Dan VE6IBM
* 60 Mhz 3 channel scope

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:35:36Z

Wintr: /* 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: */

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

(these are all Ben's)

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

*Dorkbot
*Awesome Calgary
*Maker Fair 2012

==== Educational Programming: ====

*Beakerhead
*Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
*OpenHouses,
*Beakerhead Testrun
*Makerfaire 2012
*Citizen's Primer - September
*Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:34:46Z

Wintr: /* 4) Programming List: */

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

*Dorkbot
*Awesome Calgary
*Maker Fair 2012

==== Educational Programming: ====

*Beakerhead
*Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
*OpenHouses,
*Beakerhead Testrun
*Makerfaire 2012
*Citizen's Primer - September
*Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:34:30Z

Wintr: /* Public as participants: */

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

*Dorkbot
*Awesome Calgary
*Maker Fair 2012

==== Educational Programming: ====

*Beakerhead
*Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
OpenHouses,
Beakerhead Testrun
Makerfaire 2012
Citizen's Primer - September
Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:32:57Z

Wintr: /* Important links: */

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

Dorkbot
Awesome Calgary
Maker Fair 2012

Educational Programming:
Beakerhead
Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
OpenHouses,
Beakerhead Testrun
Makerfaire 2012
Citizen's Primer - September
Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:32:44Z

Wintr: /* Important links: */

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant 
http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

Dorkbot
Awesome Calgary
Maker Fair 2012

Educational Programming:
Beakerhead
Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
OpenHouses,
Beakerhead Testrun
Makerfaire 2012
Citizen's Primer - September
Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:32:25Z

Wintr:

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

== From CADA's website:==

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

== Important links: ==

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant
http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

== The words I've put together so far:==

=== 1) i) Mandate for artistic vision: ===

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

=== 2) Artistic Impact Section: ===

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empower themselves to host any event/workshop that they believe grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to having it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circuit building have learned and shared process together.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endeavors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the community lends Protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly Adventure club. Protospace helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protospace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the coming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon Hover, hope to engage the visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, under member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our organization, it comes down to some of the core beliefs that our space is built around: do-ocracy and be excellent to each other. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are in fact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

=== 3) Public Impact ===

==== Accessibility: ====

2011 was a hallmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previous space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed Protospace to have a presence at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative presence in almost any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where Protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

==== Awareness ====

Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both pieces were created specifically for the public, one as part of a visual installation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protospace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital presence under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

==== Public as participants: ====

Dorkbot
Awesome Calgary
Maker Fair 2012

Educational Programming:
Beakerhead
Workshops

=== 4) Programming List: ===
OpenHouses,
Beakerhead Testrun
Makerfaire 2012
Citizen's Primer - September
Dorkbot...

CADA New Client Induction Grant Program

2012-02-08T08:24:56Z

Wintr: Created page with "Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requir..."

Calgary Arts Development has announced the New Client induction Grant Program, and Protospace may qualify for funding for our activities over the next year. Going over the requirements and the application process, it looks like we could qualify. But I need help filling out some of these areas.

From CADA's website:

The goal of the New Client Induction Grant Program is to invest in organizations that are eligible, but not currently funded through Calgary Arts Development’s Operating Grant Program. Priority is given to diverse and emerging organizations that demonstrate high artistic and public impact while maintaining sound organizational resiliency.

A dedicated program for new clients enables Calgary Arts Development to plan for the future more effectively, while at the same time investing in organizations that often represent the next generation of artistic practice. The program also serves as a knowledge-building exercise for CADA, enhancing the ability to measure and communicate the impact of the arts on the long-term success of Calgary.

Important links:

http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/Induction_Grant
http://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/eligibility

The words I've put together so far:

Mandate for artistic vision:

The human mind is a fascinating device, allowing us to store a near limitless supply of information while processing countless stimuli every minute of every day. Though the processing power alone is staggering, the underlying attribute that will always drive us forward as individuals and as a society is our minds’ creative capacity.

We are creators, builders, collaborators, makers, tinkerers and dreamers – we have been since the beginning of time and will continue to be until the end of the universe as we know it.

Protospace manifested through the creative drive of a few imaginative Calgarians who wanted more than just an existence in this city. Since our inspired beginnings, we have evolved into a community workshop that exists to facilitate member projects and ideas. Ideas are always improved upon when more minds are introduced, which is why we always encourage collaboration and the openness of information at Protospace.

2:
Artistic Impact Section:

Protospace members are encouraged to use the space as they see fit and empowerthemselves to host any event/workshop that they belive grows the culture of the community. In practice this has allowed the membership to own the culture of the space as opposed to haveing it dictated to them. This procedural freedom (using the space is as simple as posting to the mailing list and seeing if anyone has an issue) has led to a diversity of events that seems to center around the "make" movement. Individuals unskilled in soldering, programming, circut building have learned and shared process toegher.

And although there is a very technical heavy bend to Protospace, it has not been shy from artistic endevors, and is trying to bridge the gap between people who create tools that can be used for expression and the people who need to discover a new tool to allow their expression and opinions to flow.

The freedom of inclusion and diversity of the comunity lends protospace a very eclectic yet authentic personality. On one hand, Protospace has been an industry partner for SAIT's ITS Program, offering guidnace and mentorship for students building final keystone projects, forming the very technical arc of the community. On the other hand, Protospace has had multipul workshops of plays with community members offering feedback and comment to geeks who have a flair for the dramatic arts.

And in the middle, Protospace has colaborated with The Calgary illuminated Landscapes group, to be part of the Choose Yer Own Adventure festival in the Firefly adventure club. Protospacd helped design the "Firefly LED" which was used to light the popup festival, and Protpspace members were on site providing a soldering workshop inviting anyone interested to participate in illuminating an often overlooked landscape.

In the comming year Protospace hopes to build stronger ties with the artistic communities. Collaborations with Endevor Art Gallery, spearheaded by member Tony Grimes and Shannon hover, hope to engage the Visual and interactive arts groups more strongly. Protospace hopes to produce it's first educational play, workshopped and written inhouse, helmed by member Wil Knoll. Director Ben Gizmo has been communicating with the team at Beakerhead, hoping to build in creative outreach.

As for the broader question about the internal working artistic practices of our orginisation, it comes down to one of the three core belifes that our space is build around, do-ocracy. No one needs permission to begin an artistic project within Protospace, and they are infact encouraged to do so as long as the space and other members are respected. Public performances can be arranged in the space, feedback pulled from the community, and workshops built with any artists the community member wishes to engage.

3: Public Impact

Accessability:
2011 was a halmark year for Protospace's engagement with the public. The community decided to give up the lease on our previuos space and find a new home. This necessitated the creation of a mobile kit that allowed protospace to have a presenace at Market Collective and other festivals around the city. We are able to set up a pop-up creative preseance in alomst any location at any time.

This was best demonstrated at the Choose Yer Own adventure Festivals' Firefly Adventure Club, where protospace set up a soldering station under the 4th stree bridge which allowed anyone at the festival to soldier their own Firefly LED.

Awarenes
Protospace members formed ad=hoc groups to produce two physical peices of art this year, the Geek Tree and The Tesseract:. Both peices were created specificaly for the public, one as part of a visual instalation in the East Village and one as a silent auction item at a community fundraiser.

Beyond public display of Protpspace created work, Protospace rebuilt the website and brought all of our digital preseance under one roof. We now have an active blog which discusses our creative efforts.

Public as participants:

Dorkbot
Awesome Calgary
Maker Fair 2012

Educational Programming:
Beakerhead
Workshops

4:
Programming List:
OpenHouses,
Beakerhead Testrun
Makerfaire 2012
Citizen's Primer - September
Dorkbot...

Initiatives

2012-02-08T07:15:15Z

Wintr: /* Major */

==General==

===Member lockers===
Source lockers for members to use to store their belongings.

===Raw Materials===
Source raw materials for the space. Note: we are not a waste-dump and are not looking for junk.

Wanted Materials:
* Acrylic
* Lumber
* Metal

==Major==

[[Maker Faire 2012]]

[[Beakerhead]]

[[Light Up The Neighborhood]]

[[Firefly Adventure Club]]

[[CADA New Client Induction Grant Program]]