The School of Art's shops and labs are a collection of shared resources that support all departments, programs, and students. This suite of resources is committed to helping University of Arkansas students, faculty, and staff advance their arts research through making across media by sharing knowledge in an inclusive, welcoming environment where students and their learning thrive.
AT3D Lab
Student Monitors are available to solve machine issues and offer basic help with design, planning, and operating equipment. Lab supervisor, Vincent Edwards, can help with more complex issues and is also available by appointment.
The instructional support for the lab also serves as faculty within the School of Art. As a general rule, AT3D Lab Monitors are not available on University of Arkansas holidays.
Do you need help with a file? Are you looking for training on a piece of equipment? We can help!
The AT3D technician and monitors are available to assist you with any of your lab needs. To book an appointment, click the link below.
We encourage you to work with the GA’s for laser cutting and 3D printing, and to book a consultation with Reilly or Vincent for more advanced projects using the CNC Router, Plasma Cutter, Rhino, Grasshopper, Blender, etc.
Epilog Fusion M2 60w CO2 Laser Cutter
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3D Printers
2x Bambu X1 Carbon
4x Bambu P1S
4x Prusa Mk4
4x Prusa Mk3 S+
Ultimaker 3
Bambu X1C
P1S
Prusa i3 Mk3S
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Prusa Mk4
Shop Sabre Pro 408 CNC Router
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NextEngine 3D Scanner
CNC Plasma Cutter (ShopSabre SideKick 8)
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3D Potterbot Super 10 Clay Printer
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AT2D Lab
Book an Appointment
Located in the Studio + Design Center Rm 206, UARK’s 2D Advanced Technology Lab (AT2D) is a group studio and classroom that includes the SDCR Computer Lab, Equipment Checkout, and a Documentation Lab.
The AT2D Lab offers computer-controlled imaging, printing, and cutting equipment, as well as a variety of other capabilities. Our equipment includes large format printers, a flatbed plotter, laser cutter/engraver, and various other equipment. The AT2D Lab provides paper, ink, toner, and other supplies for all our machines free of charge. We carry materials for experimentation and research, but all supplies outside of this must be furnished by the individual.
The AT2D Lab is open to registered students, staff, and faculty within the School of Art for coursework and research projects. The spaces and equipment in the AT2D Lab are open access, however some equipment requires assistance or training to use. An appointment is required for all training and consultation needs.
The AT2D Lab is accessible to all faculty/staff and grad students 24/7 via the card reader next to the AT2D lab door (Equipment Checkout will only be available during the specified hours). If you need access to the Documentation Lab (Rm 209), or the Print Center (Rm 210) outside of normal lab hours, contact Shane at prichey@uark.edu, or 479-409-0275 (text preferred) for the code to the key box next to the door.
Student Monitors are available to solve machine issues and offer basic help with printing and scanning. The instructional support for the lab also serves as faculty within the School of Art. As a general rule, AT2D Lab Monitors are not available on University of Arkansas holidays.
The AT2D technician and monitors are available to assist you with any of your lab needs. We encourage you to work with the GA’s for assistance with prepping a file or using any of the equipment in the AT2D lab. If you need more in depth assistance, training, or consultation on your project, book an appointment with the AT2D tech or reach out to them using the information below.
The AT2D Lab has an open-door policy for during monitor hours for all students currently enrolled in courses in the School of Art and for staff and faculty in the School of Art. The AT2D Lab does not provide access to individuals not affiliated with the University of Arkansas unless it serves an educational objective for the University. Current scheduled monitored hours can be found outside of the door at SDCR 206 or under the Monitor Hours section above. Graduate students have 24 hour access to the lab outside of monitor hours. Undergraduates are not permitted to work in the lab even when a graduate student is present.
When a monitor is not present and a student needs to use a computer, Mullins Library, the Arkansas Union, and JB Hunt have labs that are open to everyone. If a student needs to use a large format printer when no monitor is present, one is available at the Student Technology Center. Other information about Tech Spot Labs on campus can be found here.
This is a communal lab and it requires a group effort to maintain. Please treat the space with respect, monitor the equipment during the duration of use, and clean up after yourself.
Canon PlotWave 3000
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Epilog Fusion Pro 36
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Epson Sure Color P9000
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Fastbind Elite
Graphtec FC2250 flatbed plotter/cutter
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36" x 47" bed capable of cutting materials up to 3mm thick as well as drawing, scoring/creasing,
and perforating. Built in image registration for precision cutting.
Heat press
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(US Cutter brand) with swing arm for use with dye sublimation, heat vinyl transfers,
and foil transfers. Ceramic mug, hat, and coaster presses are interchangeable to suit
your needs.
Janome 9850 embroidery machine
Capable of sizes up to ~5.5" x 7".
Martin Yale tabletop cutter
With safety blade latch that cuts up to 12" wide and 1.5" thick, 350 sheets of 20
lb. paper.
Xerox PrimeLink C90
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Xerox VersaLink C405
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Are you looking to purchase materials to use in the lab? Here are some quick links to suppliers we use!
Dharma Trading
- Large format fabric for the Epson 9890.
French Paper Company
- Paper for the Epson 9890 and/or Xerox.
Red River Paper
- Large format paper for the Epson 9890.
US Cutter
- Vinyl for cutting on the Graphtec FC 2250 flatbed plotter/cutter.
- Dye sublimation paper for the Sawgrass SG 800.
- Foil related accessories for heat transfers.
Wood Shop
Located in the SculptureX Building, the Wood Shop is equipped with state of the art woodworking equipment. The Shop is available for use by students, staff, and faculty in the School of Art who have completed the required safety training for design, coursework, and research projects.
The Shop is supervised by a combination of a Technician and Student Shop Monitors with access generally available Monday thru Friday 9:30AM- 5PM and extending into a revolving set of night and weekend hours which vary by semester. Safety trainings, equipment repair, and material runs at times contrast with Open Shop Hours; As a general rule, the shop is closed on University of Arkansas holidays.
Wood shop training is provided through out the semester by appointment with Chase Young please contact him via email cry003@uark.edu.
Powermatic Large Disc Sander
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Powermatic 20in Bandsaw
Midi Lathe Jet
Powermatic Large Lathe
Powermatic Mortiser
Metal Shop
Located in the SculptureX Building, the Metal Shop is equipped with state of the art fabrication equipment for steel, aluminum, and bronze. The Shop is available for use by students, staff, and faculty in the School of Art who have completed the required safety training for design, coursework, and research projects. The metal fabrication shop features a foundry equipped with the ceramic shell process, a CNC plasma cutter, and extensive equipment for hot and cold shaping and assembly of metals.
The Shop is supervised by a combination of a Technician and Student Shop Monitors with access generally available Monday thru Friday 9:30AM- 5PM and extending into a revolving set of night and weekend hours which vary by semester. Safety trainings, equipment repair, and material runs at times contrast with Open Shop Hours; As a general rule, the shop is closed on University of Arkansas holidays.
Metal shop training is provided through out the semester by appointment with Chase Young please contact him via email cry003@uark.edu.
Makita Chopsaw
Drill Press
Bench Grinder
Disc Grinder
Belt Sander - 1in
Roller
Break-National
Magna Break
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Beverly Shear
Ring Roller
Buffing Wheel
MIG Welder
Hypotherm Plasma Cutter
Spot Welder
OxyAcetylene Torch
Edwards IronWorker
Hossfeld Bender
ESAB Plasma Cutter
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Jet Horizontal Bandsaw
Truck