Photography Area

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Pikes Peak Makerspace members have built a large but portable table with seamless backdrop and lighting to use for product photography.

By large we mean the surface is a full 4'x8' sheet of plywood. (PPM does not have any cameras or darkroom facilities.)

Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.

Our physical location is:

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue

Colorado Springs, CO 80903

use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance

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  IN CASE OF
  EMERGENCY
  sign

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.

There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.

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  PPM Emergency
  Evacuation Plan.pdf

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  PPM Fire
  Prevention Plan.pdf

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  PPM Fire Escape
  Plan

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.

FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.

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  FIRST AID
  Supply Cabinet

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  FIRST AID
  Kit

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.

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  Emergency
  Eye & Face Wash
  Station

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.

Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.

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  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.

Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.

SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.

Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.

Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.

Please DO NOT paint indoors.

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  Flammables Cabinet
  in the Vented Room

Impairment

The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.

Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Photography Area Classes and Training

Area Captain

(None)

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

For Help

Message in PPM Slack channel #general (or #showcase)

Tips

Proper lighting is critical in photography, including product photography.

Equipment Lists

Lights

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Owner	Status Up/Down	Problem Description
	overhead light	?	?		PPM	Up
	light source	westcott	?		PPM	Up
	light deflector	LimoStudio	?		PPM	Up
	box light	LimoStudio	?		PPM	Up
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Owner	Status Up/Down	Problem Description

Hardware

Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Owner	Status Up/Down	Problem Description
	tripod	Velbon	S-600		PPM	Up
	turntable	?	?		PPM	Up
Picture	Item	Manufacturer	Model Number	Estimated Value	Owner	Status Up/Down	Problem Description

Policies

Reservations

No reservation system at this time. First come, first served. (It's usually available.)

Scrap and Trash

Please recycle plain paper.

Showcase

Photo Gallery

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  Laser cut wooden clock
  (Thumbnail)

Other Fun Stuff

Shopify Blog -- external link: How to Take High-Quality Product Photos With Your Smartphone

Hints for Getting the Lighting Right in Your Etsy Photos

Applying to gettyimages

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