Maker Faire Bay Area 2024
Casually Glowy
Home: California, United States
What if LEDs were treated like precious gems in jewelry? How can we design wearable electronics that are stylish, comfortable, and even interactive? In her eternal quest to make being glowy more casual, Charlyn Gonda takes you on a journey through the history and future of light in art. Discover how everyday objects like jewelry and accessories can be transformed into magical, glowing creations with LEDs. In this inspiring talk, Charlyn will share stories and techniques behind her captivating glowy jewelry, home decor, and more. Whether you're an artist, maker, or simply love creativity, you'll leave with fresh ideas to add a touch of glow to your life.
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Maker
Charlyn Gonda
Charlyn is a coder by sunlight and maker by moonlight. She enjoys creating different forms of unique glowy art, often with 3D printers, laser cutters and microcontrollers. Sometimes with paper and brass. Mostly with LEDs. She has published how-to articles for Make: Magazine and Adafruit and she delights in sharing the joy of creativity with others.
https://charlyn.codes/What Inspired You to Make This?
I'm often inspired by the aesthetics of the materials I discover, whether it's a unique LED or a captivating combination of textures and colors. My work is also deeply influenced by the artistry and imaginative worlds found in video games and sci-fi movies.
