BOOK > HA-HA STENCIL & AR ART WORKSHOP Suggested Format

Day 1: Introduction to Stencils & Concept Development

• 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM → Welcome & Icebreakers

• Introduction to HAHA & the art of stencil-making

• Overview of street art culture & its role in public spaces

• 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM → Stencil Art Foundations

• Understanding positive & negative space

• Sketching ideas for stencils

• Learning to cut stencils (single-layer technique)

• 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM → Lunch Break

• 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM → Hands-On Stencil Cutting

• Refining designs & mastering X-Acto knife techniques

• Practicing on different surfaces (paper, cardboard, and walls)

• 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM → Wrap-Up & Reflection

Day 2: Digital Art & AR Basics

• 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM → Intro to Digital Art & AR

• Discussion: How digital tools enhance street art

• Introduction to software (Procreate, Photoshop, or Illustrator)

• 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM → Digitizing Stencils

• Scanning & vectorizing hand-cut stencils

• Experimenting with colour, textures, and layering

• 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM → Lunch Break

• 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM → Augmenting Stencils into AR

• Intro to Unity & AR tools

• Uploading stencil designs into AR

• Viewing test AR objects in an app

• 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM → Reflection & Discussion on Future Use

Day 3: The Grand Finale – Mural + AR Showcase• Mastery of stencil art

techniques

• 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM → Final Touch-Ups on Stencils & AR Pieces

• 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM → Creating a Stencil Mural in the Community

• Collaborative mural with multiple stencil layers

• Bringing together themes from the past four days

• 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM → Lunch Break

• 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM → Public AR Installation & Mural Unveiling

• Finalizing AR placements

• Community viewing & interaction with digital art

• 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM → Closing Ceremony & Celebration

• Sharing experiences, reflections & next steps

• Digital showcase for social media & future projects

Outcomes & Legacy

• Mastery of stencil art techniques

• A collaborative street mural in Te Awarua o Porirua

• Digital AR elements incorporated into real-world spaces

• Confidence in using digital tools & exploring new art forms

This 3-day immersive workshop ensures that young artists not only learn tangible

street art skills but also step into the future of digital art with AR integration. HAHA’s

guidance, combined with digital storytelling and augmented reality, will create a one-

of-a-kind experience that blends tradition with innovation.

Resources Required for HAHA’s Stencil & AR Art Workshop

This list includes materials, tools, and digital resources needed for the 5-day stencil & AR

workshop, ensuring participants can fully engage in hands-on learning.

Stencil & Street Art Resources (Days 1, Day 3 Mural)

Materials for Stencil Cutting & Application

• X-Acto knives & spare blades (15 sets)

• Cutting mats (A3 size, 15 units)

• Cardstock paper / acetate sheets (50+ sheets for stencils)

• Adhesive spray / tape (for fixing stencils in place)

• Chalk / charcoal (for stencil marking)

• Spray paints (variety of colours, including black, white, and vibrant tones)

• Acrylic paints & brushes (for hand-finished details)

• Protective gloves & masks (15 sets for spray painting)

• Aprons / old t-shirts (to protect clothes)

• Scrap cardboard / poster boards (for practice)

Street Mural Setup (Day 3)

• Large wooden boards / temporary walls for practice

• Primer & base paint (for background layers)

• Scaffolding / ladders (if painting on an actual wall)

• Drop cloths / plastic sheets (to protect surfaces)

• Community wall permission & required permits (if applicable)

Digital & AR Workshop Resources (Days 2, Day 3 AR Showcase)

Digital Art Tools

• Tablets or laptops (iPads with Procreate, Wacom tablets, or laptops with Photoshop/Illustrator)

• Stylus pens (for digital sketching)

• High-resolution scanner (for digitizing hand-cut stencils)

• Portable hard drives / USBs (to store and transfer files)

Software & Apps

• Procreate / Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator (for digital design)

• Unity + AR Foundation (for AR development)

• Geospatial Creator (Google or Niantic) (for placing AR in the real world)

• Adobe Aero (for simpler AR placements)

• Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive) (for easy file sharing)

AR Testing & Display

• Smartphones with AR capabilities (Android & iOS devices)

• Projector & screen (for presenting AR elements)

• Internet connection (for downloading assets & testing AR)

• Power strips & charging cables (for all digital devices)

Additional Workshop Support

Participant & Safety Essentials

• Workshop facilitator & assistants (to support HAHA)

• First aid kit

• Break space with snacks & refreshments

• Printed handouts or digital guides (basic stencil-making & AR tutorials)

• Photo & video documentation tools (to capture progress)

This comprehensive resource list ensures smooth execution, from hands-on stencil-making to cutting-edge AR integration, giving participants an unforgettable creative experience!