Hi, I’m Parker

I have always been curious about the world around me and how things work. I hope you enjoy looking at the projects I’ve completed. If you would like to get in touch, contact me at parkerlofstrom1021 [at] gmail.com.

Experience
  • BitSpace Maker Lab – maker from 2015 – 2021
  • Pumping Station Maker Space – current maker
  • Loyola Academy – Clavius Scholars Honors Program
  • Loyola Academy – Architecture Club
  • Loyola Academy – Sailing Team
  • Loyola Academy – Peer Tutor
  • Loyola Academy – Student Ambassador
  • Loyola Academy – Theater Prop Design and Construction Team / Annie performance 2021
  • Illinois Junior Academy of Science 2019 – Top Board Winner, Regionals; Concept Schools Award Recipient; Gold medal, State competition

  • Haunted House – design, props, construction, production, live event management – 2014 – 2019 (2020 canceled due to COVID)
  • Go-Kart (2 models) – design, engineering, construction
  • Fire-breathing Dragon – design, chemistry, production
  • Apps/Software – Fusion 360, Inkscape, Illustrator, NoLimits2
  • Tools/Skillsets – Prusa 3D printer, ShopBot CNC, universal and BOSS laser cutters, wood shop, electronics, cold metals

Scene Shop

The start of the school year brought many new activities and adventures, with the addition of Loyola’s Performing Arts Center. This PAC is state of the art, and has a fully functioning scene shop to accompany the rest of the space. The space has been outfitted with many tools, such as table saws, panel saws, and drill presses. We are looking to try and increase our tool inventory, looking towards the addition of a ShopBot CNC router, as well as a BOSS laser system. This fall, I was Head of Set for our production of Mamma Mia, and utilized every inch of space I was given to make the set a reality. Please check out the portfolio post, which covers the set in specifics.

Written by: plofstrom