Workshop
3D Printing for Tabletop and Board Games: The Beginning of Your Adventure
Explore how 3D printing can enhance your gaming experience by creating custom miniatures, tokens, dice, terrain, and more.
Bring your tabletop and board game adventures to life with our immersive workshop, “3D Printing for Tabletop and Board Games.” Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the hobby, this hands-on session is perfect for anyone looking to create custom game pieces, terrain, or accessories using 3D printing technology.
What You'll Learn:
- Introduction to 3D Printing for Gaming: Explore how 3D printing can enhance your gaming experience by creating custom miniatures, tokens, dice, terrain, and more.
- Using 3D Models for Games: Learn where to find ready-to-print models and how to modify them for your gaming needs.
- Beginner-Friendly 3D Design: Discover how to design or customize simple game elements using tools like Tinkercad or Blender.
- Preparing and Printing Game Pieces: Understand the process of slicing, setting up supports, and selecting the right materials and settings for detailed prints.
- Painting and Finishing Touches: Get tips on painting and finishing your 3D-printed pieces to make them game-ready and visually stunning.
This workshop is for those who have or are looking into a multicolor printer, specifically Bambu printers. We will go over multicolor printing step by step.
This workshop is the best way to learn about this fast-developing technology. You will gain an understanding of Multicolor 3D design and printing fundamentals and this will open up lots of new creative ideas. Once you finish this workshop, you will be completely comfortable with Multicolor 3D printing and you will understand how it is already starting to change our world.
Who Should Attend: This workshop is ideal for tabletop enthusiasts, board gamers, and hobbyists interested in combining creativity with technology to enhance their gaming experience. No prior experience is necessary.
What to Bring: A laptop or tablet (if possible) and ideas for the types of game pieces or accessories you’d like to create. We’ll explore software options, printers, and materials.
What You’ll Take Home:
- A custom 3D-printed game piece or accessory from our provided options to finish at home with the techniques discussed.
- A beginner’s guide to 3D printing for tabletop games
- Knowledge and skills to continue creating for your favorite games
By the end of the workshop, you’ll be equipped to enhance your tabletop adventures with unique and personalized game pieces, terrain, and more!
Ready to bring your gaming world to life? Sign up now—spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!