Maker Faire in Rome: The Revolution of Digital Artisan
The Maker Faire was founded in San Mateo, California in 2006, but did not arrive in Italy until 2013, when the event was held in Rome for the first time. It was an instant success, and each year has expanded to larger and larger venues. From October 14th to 16th, Rome hosts the fourth annual Maker Faire at Fiera di Roma.
There are hundreds of projects that capture the attention of young and old fans of technology. A children’s area hosts organized educational activities and playtime in technology and building. This year, the area dedicated to drones is double in size from last year – where drone pilots from the “FPV Racing Club” hold aerobatic demonstrations with self-produced drones.
Makers, or artisans of the future, are a part of a contemporary cultural movement that is an extension of the digital basic. They aren’t scientists, they are technology enthusiasts, artists, students, and creatives who want to transform ideas into something concrete. They aim to impress society with their creativity and ideas for a simpler and more enjoyable future. The makers today are identified as a cultural movement based on their”do it yourself” strategy. They use a wide variety of tools, from drills and standard building instruments to 3D printers and coding.
The event, which annually attracts an audience of over 65,000 visitors, provides the backdrop to these digital artisans while inspiring students and children to express their own maker vision.
– Francesca Procopio
