Aerogel! Kintsugi! Silkworms! In this course we'll dive head (and hands!) first into a world of "wild" and wondrous materials and processes. Through hands-on projects, you'll discover tools, materials, and mindsets beyond the traditional rapid prototyping toolkit. You'll develop material literacy and intuition by exploring materials that may be soft, living, crunchy, and/or disobedient. Together, we'll uncover both new ways of making and new ways of connecting with our material world. An application is required, but students of all levels and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
3 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit
Aerogel! Kintsugi! Silkworms! In this course we'll dive head (and hands!) first into a world of "wild" and wondrous materials and processes. Through hands-on projects, you'll discover tools, materials, and mindsets beyond the traditional rapid prototyping toolkit. You'll develop material literacy and intuition by exploring materials that may be soft, living, crunchy, and/or disobedient. Together, we'll uncover both new ways of making and new ways of connecting with our material world. An application is required, but students of all levels and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Offered in Spring 2026 at Stanford University.