The talk will discuss an ongoing agenda, “Almost Natural”, through situating it as a critique towards ongoing green building practices and how a blurring between the natural and synthetic offers an alternative attitude towards building and construction in the Anthropocene.

How can the act of making help promote economic growth, bring communities closer together, and overcome a variety of social issues? In this panel discussion, chaired by the editor of Crafts magazine, Grant Gibson, speakers from Disarming Design from Palestine, The Jordan River Foundation, the Princess Taghrid Foundation explain how craft is capable of making a difference, highlighting the power of collaboration and sustainable programs in craft.

Taghmees Social Kitchen is a homegrown recipe, a medium for learning that brings people, stories and food together to reclaim life and create meaning outside of dominant narratives.

Teen Press is a short documentary film about the Santa Barbara “Teen Press” journalism program.

V-Ray expert Kalina Panteleeva will present a two-part guide to unleashing the full power of V-Ray for 3D Max. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to practice what they’ve learned with an exam (V-ray Professional Exam) and walk away as V-Ray Certified Professionals.