LED Throwies

Problem

Constraints - Plan and create an artwork, installation, and/or performance using LED Throwies as your main design element.

Materials

• Light Emitting Diodes
  
• Rare Earth Magnets
  
• Batteries (1.5-3v coin, AA, or AAA)
  

Outcomes

Students will be expected to... 

• listen to and follow classroom instructions
  
• assemble your own LED Throwies 
  
• propose a unique method for using LED Throwies to make a unique work of art
  
• once approved complete the proposed project
• take photos of your progress and post them to the school's website

Rationale

Graffiti, and to some extent public art in general, has a bad reputation for quality, legality, and the effects on the environment. Within the scope of the project take the time to consider how your art-making will impact the community in which you live. How can you make this the best experience for everyone involved/influenced/effected?

Safety

• The unseen risk of 'coin' batteries - Please Read
• Rare Earth Magnets - Handling and Care 

Key Questions

• How long do the LEDs last?
  
• How well do the magnets stick to objects when thrown?
  
• Will you be able to collected the LED Throwies after your project is finished?
  
• Are you minimizing your impact on the environment?
  
• What are the legal implications of your project?
  

Resources

• LED Throwies - Graffiti Research Labs
  
• Lilly LEDs - 100pc Throwie Kit
  
• Art + Education + Technology

Images

• LED 'Throwie'  - Poster, Guide

Instructions

The Circuit

Note: Students are encouraged to 'hack'  or 'mod' their projects!