Build Your Own Digital Camera (Live Workshop)

A 1-hour live session walking you through the full design, hardware, and software behind my custom monochrome waist-level viewfinder camera — including downloadable STL files and camera code so you can build your own.

What This Workshop Covers

This session is a complete behind-the-scenes walkthrough of how I designed and built my monochrome waist-level camera from scratch.
Whether you’re a maker, photographer, 3D-printing enthusiast, or Raspberry Pi tinkerer, this workshop will give you a practical roadmap to build a working digital camera at home.

We’ll cover:

1. 3D Design & Printing

• How the camera body was designed
• STL file breakdown
• Recommended print settings, materials, and tolerances
• How to prepare and assemble the printed parts

2. Hardware & Electronics

• The components used in the build
• Wiring the sensor, display, buttons, and Pi
• Power considerations and recommended modules
• Tips for clean wiring + compact builds

3. Software & Camera Code

• How the camera software works
• Live walkthrough of the Python code
• How to run it on your own Raspberry Pi
• Customizations you can add (film sims, peaking, etc.)

4. Live Q&A

Ask me anything about the build process, troubleshooting, or adapting the design to your own project.

Included With Your Ticket

Every attendee receives a download link with:

• Full STL file set for the camera body
• Camera software code (ready to run)
• Wiring diagram / parts list
• Links to components + recommended materials

You’ll be able to start building your own version immediately after the workshop.

Who This Is For

This workshop is perfect if you’re interested in:

• DIY digital cameras
• Raspberry Pi photography
• 3D printing projects
• Retro/maker-style builds
• Learning how to design and assemble custom hardware

No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to build something unique.