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We have a brand new show up in the CIADC Gallery this month! Featuring works by Chip Schuman, Jake Howard, and Ray Ames
Artwork: "Steely Gaze" by Chip Schuman 2025
Join Metal Casting Instructor Jasmine Yeh as they discuss the various mold making methods for metal casting available at CIADC, and how to choose the method that best suits your model or pattern. Green sand molds, resin bonded sand molds, flexible molds, and investment molds will be compared.
Our ongoing free member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month!
Join CNC Fabrication Department Manager, Michael Espat, as he discusses and demonstrates the pneumatic engraving pen attachment for the CNC Plasma to precisely engrave lines in metal.
Our ongoing free Member exclusive workshop series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month!
Join CIADC Founder and Metalworking Instructor, Matthew Runfola, as he discusses the precision metalworking possibilities with our newest machining tool, the mill/drill.
Our ongoing free Member exclusive workshop series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month!
We have a new show up for members, students, and visitors to view for free. Featuring the following members: Andriana Levytsky (Castin & Molding), Austin Grieve (Casting & Molding/Metalworking & Forging), Rebecca Stich (Metalworking & Forging), and Sue Cahill (Metalworking & Forging).
Featured artwork: "Mushroom Bell" by Austin Grieve 2025
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing free Member exclusive workshop series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month!
Join us as our instructors discuss their works featured in the CIADC Gallery and the correlation between their piece, their private practice, and their teaching.
To kick off 2025 we'd like to invite you to view our newly installed exhibit now on display in the CIADC gallery. Featuring the following instructors: Lee Weitzman (Woodworking), Julia Paloma (Metal Casting), Michael Pantelios (CNC Fabrication), Sarah Holden (Metalworking & Forging), Matt Runfola (Metalworking & Forging), and Dasha Florov (Woodworking).
Featuring artwork: "Bird Out of the Nest" by Dasha Florov 2025
Join us at the annual CIADC Holiday Party for celebration, community, and a guaranteed fun time!
*Snacks
*Drinks
*Cookie Decorating Contest
*White Elephant Gift Exchange
(bring a wrapped real -or- gag gift)
CIADC’s Immersion Classes are designed for those who are not able to commit to a typical once per week, 5-week or 10-week Class schedule, and/or for those who want the continuity of a Monday – Friday creative learning and working experience. Immersion Classes also serves as the initial Department certification for our Studio Access program.
Immersion Classes are open to ages 16+, of all skill-level and interest.
Be immersed and grow leaps and bounds with your creative object making!
Immersion Classes are available in our Forging & Metalworking OR Woodworking shops
CIADC’s Immersion Classes are designed for those who are not able to commit to a typical once per week, 5-week or 10-week Class schedule, and/or for those who want the continuity of a Monday – Friday creative learning and working experience. Immersion Classes also serves as the initial Department certification for our Studio Access program.
Immersion Classes are open to ages 16+, of all skill-level and interest.
Be immersed and grow leaps and bounds with your creative object making!
Immersion Classes are available in our Forging & Metalworking OR Woodworking shops
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Casting Instructor Jasmine Yeh will lead a discussion and demonstration of a variety of methods for joining cast metal objects together. Designing and planning for these connections while designing the object can expand your options for the size of the finished object, mounting or presenting the object, or even joining additional materials to the cast metal object.
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Woodcarving is process of removing wood to make a 3-dimensional object, using several different kinds of tools. Join Woodshop Instructor Dasha Florov for discussion and demonstration of this fascinating technique!
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Come see a demonstration of how to use the CNC router to precisely mill a negative space for an inlay pattern that can be filled with another piece of wood or another material such as epoxy. This workshop will cover creating the steps you need to know, from designing and cleaning up the computer CAD model to setting up the CNC router.
This workshop will be led by Tech Department Manager Michael Pantelios.
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Hear from our Gallery artists on their journey using multiple Shops at CIADC to create a single finished piece.
This panel discussion will be moderated by Programming Manager Julia Paloma.
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of or departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication.
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Learn the process nuances and necessary safety with cutting, bending/shaping, joining, and finishing aluminum and stainless steel.
This workshop will be led by CIADC Founder and Metalworking Instructor Matt Runfola.
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Ready to elevate your woodworking skills? Dive into bowl turning with our membership workshop. Learn about material selection, lathe setup, turning tools and maintenance. See turning tips and tricks! Limited spots available – reserve your place now!
This workshop will be led by Alex Griffith.
This workshop is full! Please join us for a future workshop!
Register the same Student for both 12:30-3:30 and 3:30-6:30 Summer Camp sessions during the same week and SAVE 5%!
Experience the ultimate 1-week adventure at The Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center (CIADC) with our Monday-Friday summer youth camps! Dive into classes made for teens and pre-teens eager to explore STEM, Trade, and Art/Design pathways. Our camps provide a supportive, creative space for middle school and high school students across Chicago.
Join us for an exciting week filled with hands-on activities and the opportunity to craft amazing projects. New students will work on guided projects, safety protocols, tool proficiency, and foundational skills. Meanwhile, returning students can delve into personal projects under expert guidance. At CIADC, you don't just attend camp – you create something truly extraordinary!
Classes are available in all of our departments:
Forging & Metal Working, Metal Casting, Woodworking, and CNC Fabrication
Join Our CIADC Member Exclusive Router Workshop!
Our ongoing member exclusive workshop series is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month!
Are you ready to take your woodworking skills to the next level? Discover the artistry and precision of router techniques! Join us for hands-on learning, where you'll gain mastery over one of our most versatile woodshop tools.
This workshop will be led by CIADC Woodshop Instructor Maggie Jo.
This member workshop is full! Please join us for the next Member Workshop June 20
With great excitement, we invite friends and family to the Spring 2024 Design, Machine, and Weld at CIADC Showcase!
Join us for the culmination of our After School Matters Program in Metal Working. Experience the impact of hands-on learning and explore our space. Marvel at the projects created by our talented students
Come see the finished projects and hear from the student makers!
CIADC Member Workshop Series: Documenting Your Work
Join us for our ongoing Member-exclusive Workshop Series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at CIADC!
Learn the best practices with document your 3D projects from taking the photo to editing the images.
CIADC Member Workshop Series: Green Sand Molds for Metal Casting
Join us for our ongoing Member-exclusive Workshop Series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at CIADC!
Review the benefits of green sand molds and learn how to prepare the pattern and pack the sand for relief molds.
This discussion/presentation will be led by CIADC Metal Casting Department Manager Julia Paloma.
Spring 2024 STUC
For OSA March 25 - June 16
Registration Deadline for free STUC: March 17
STUC Packets sent via email: March 20
Did you know that former Students can use CIADC's facilities during Open Studio Access (OSA) without being enrolled in a Class?
Members who have previously completed a 5-week, 10-week, or equivalent Immersion Class in one or more Departments must complete the Department STUC(s) to use OSA in that/those Department Shops during a new term.
CIADC Member Workshop Series: The Aesthetics and Functions of Joinery
Join us for our ongoing Member-exclusive Workshop Series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at CIADC!
Discuss various types of wood joinery and learn the functional and aesthetic reasons to choose each.
This discussion/presentation will be led by CIADC Woodworking Instructor Steve Schmiedl
CIADC Member Workshop Series: Techniques of Metal Forming
Join us for our ongoing Member-exclusive Workshop Series held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at CIADC!
Learn how to create volume in sheet metal using hammers, the English Wheel, and forming stakes.
This discussion/presentation will be led by CIADC Metalworking Department Manager Sarah Holden
Winter 2024 STUC Timeline
January 2 - March 24
Registration Deadline for free STUC: December 17
STUC Packets sent via email: December 21
Did you know that former Students can use CIADC's facilities during Open Studio Access (OSA) without being enrolled in a Class?
If you previously completed (or are completing now) a Class in one or more Shops at CIADC, wish to use that Shop during Winter term OSA (January 2 - March 24), but will not be registered for a Class in that Shop during Summer term, please register for the STUC-from-Home.
CIADC depends on the generous support of individuals, businesses, and organizations to continue to enhance our programming, develop our facilities, and serve the public. Please consider a tax-deductible donation today!
Give the gift of creative making with a gift certificate redeemable for any CIADC programming!
