Diode Laser Lessons

One on One Diode Laser Lessons

Not sure which level is right for you? Choose the level that best describes your current experience—we’ll customize the lesson from there

Take your diode laser skills to the next level with personalized, one-on-one training from Sharks with Lasers. Each 1–3-hour lesson is tailored to your experience level, equipment, and individual goals. Time may run longer depending on need of the student.

Choose from Beginner – 1 hour ($100), Intermediate – 2-hour ($150), or Advanced- 3-hour ($200) training. Lessons are held live through Discord using video and screen sharing, allowing us to work directly with you on your laser, software, settings, projects, and specific questions.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to master more advanced techniques, your lesson is designed around what you want to learn.

All lessons use Lightburn and Discord.  Please use this link to join our free Discord channel. https://discord.gg/BUJs3ZzS3s

 

Beginner Diode Laser Training — $100 – This class is 1 hour long

Designed for someone who is new to diode lasers or struggling to get started. The goal is for you to understand your machine and confidently complete projects on your own.

Topics may include:

  • Understanding your diode laser and how it works
  • Basic laser safety
  • Machine setup and maintenance basics
  • Getting started with Lightburn
  • Importing and preparing images and designs
  • Understanding speed, power, passes, and line interval
  • Focusing your laser correctly
  • Material testing and test grids
  • Basic engraving and cutting
  • Choosing the right settings for different materials
  • Using PNG, SVG, and other common file types
  • Troubleshooting common beginner problems
  • Completing a project from setup to finished engraving
  • Understanding dithering
  • Understanding greyscale

Your lesson is customized around your specific laser, software, experience level, and the projects you want to create.

Examples of possible options for intermediate and advanced lessons.

  • Wood Engraving
  • White Tile method
  • Mirror engraving
  • Multilayer colored tile
  • Prepping images for multiple medias

Intermediate Diode Laser Training — $150 – This class is 2 hours long

Designed for laser users who understand the basics but want to improve their engraving quality, workflow, and capabilities.

Customized to your specific needs and requests.

Training is personalized to your equipment, current skill level, and what you want to accomplish with your laser.

Advanced Diode Laser Training — $200 – This class is 3 hours long

For experienced diode laser users who want to master advanced techniques, improve professional-quality results, or tackle challenging projects.

Customized to your specific needs and requests.

Advanced lessons are highly customized. Bring your projects, files, questions, or challenges and we’ll focus the session on the techniques that will provide the most value to you.