5″ Ball Shell Workshop – Part II, Group 1
Tent 2 | Workshop
Thursday, 02/15/2024, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Presented by: Mike Garrett
Max Attendance: 8
Class Fee: $25
Have you ever wanted to build a round ball shells? Then this workshop is a good place to start. This workshop will teach you how to make your own 5” paper ball shell. Working with experienced shell builders, you will get hands-on knowledge that will guide you in building a ball shell that looks and performs just like the pros. There are three workshop parts: The first part, ‘Introduction to Ball Shells’, has a tutorial, demonstration and Q&A. That is followed by Part II for the assembly and wrapping of your shell. A fleet of WASP machines will be used to expedite this procedure. The shell is then dried overnight. On the following day, in the third session, you will apply the lift and leader to the shell. Your shell can be fired that night on the B-line in a special area just for us.
Additional Session Information:
- Beginner Friendly: Yes
- PPE Required: Yes
- Age 18+: Yes
- PIT Crew: Not Applicable
- Session Prerequisites: Introduction to Ball Shells
- Registration Link: Click here to register for workshop
About Presenters
Mike Garrett
Mike has been intrigued by the beauty and ephemeral nature of fireworks for as long as he can remember. However, until 2009 it never occurred to him that anyone could legally make their own fireworks as a hobby. At that time, he discovered two fireworks clubs that changed everything about the way he viewed fireworks and began his journey as a fireworks maker. Those clubs were the Western Pyrotechnic Association (WPA) and Pyrotechnic Guild International (PGI). Mike uses his background in physics and engineering as a foundation to make traditional and not-so-traditional fireworks. He thinks fireworks is the perfect blend of science, technology, engineering, art, and math to express his creative visions. He strongly believes that education will preserve the art of fireworks and make it safer for the hobbyist to participate. You will often find Mike teaching or facilitating educational seminars and workshops related to fireworks at club events. Don’t get him talking about fireworks unless you have an hour to burn.
