Create Immersive Artistic Virtual Space for Artists
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
Virtual Space Requirements for The Paper Tole Institute built using gather space
This virtual environment should feel warm, welcoming, artistic, and easy to navigate, especially for older adults and crafters. It must support community, creativity, learning, and connection — the heart of the Paper Tole Institute.
1. Main Lobby & Welcome Experience
A cozy, inviting entry point where every visitor begins.
Features Needed
• Virtual Check In Desk Guests “sign in” or confirm attendance.
• Avatar or Photo Selection Station Choose an avatar or upload a personal image.
• Automated Virtual Guide A friendly guide that explains:
o How to move around
o How to enter rooms
o How to interact with others
o How to raise a hand for help
• Live Host Support Button A “Raise Your Hand” feature that alerts a real host or moderator.
Atmosphere
• Soft lighting
• Warm colors
• Paper Tole–inspired décor
• Clear signage pointing to all major rooms
2. Large Conference Room (Main Hall)
A professional, spacious room for large gatherings, Town Halls, and Institute events.
Requirements
• Seating for 50–200 people
• Overhead screen for PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides
• Stage or presenter area
• Good acoustics for live speaking
• Chat sidebar for Q&A
• “Raise Hand” feature for audience participation
3. Small Group Crafting Rooms
Multiple cozy rooms where 4–10 people can gather to work on Paper Tole together.
Each room should include
• Tables with crafting layouts
• Screens for sharing tips or showing a technique
• Quiet, intimate atmosphere
• Optional breakout tables
• Ability to upload or show images of works-in-progress
These rooms should feel like little crafting circles, warm and personal.
4. Past Owners & Institute History Wing
A dedicated heritage space honoring the legacy of the Paper Tole Institute.
Sections
• Timeline of the Institute
• Portraits of all past owners
• Stories, milestones, and achievements
• Interactive plaques or clickable items
• A “Founders Wall” with photos and descriptions
5. This room should feel like a museum gallery — respectful, beautiful, and inspiring. 5. Art Wall & Discussion Space
A place where members can display their Paper Tole pieces and talk about them.
Features
• Rotating gallery wall
• Clickable artwork for close-up viewing
• Comment or discussion area
• Spotlight area for featured artists
• Space for live critique or conversation circles
6. Full Gallery Room
A larger, more formal gallery for exhibitions, contests, or themed showcases.
Needs
• Multiple walls of curated art
• Lighting that highlights each piece
• Ability to host gallery walks
• Optional audio guide or text descriptions
7. ToleWay Online Store Room
A virtual storefront where visitors can browse products and prints.
Features
• Product shelves or displays
• Clickable items linking to thecutup.org
• Print racks
• Demo videos or sample projects
• “Add to Cart” or “Learn More” buttons
This room should feel like a craft boutique.
8. Video Viewing Room (YouTube Watch Space)
A cozy theater-style room for watching your YouTube videos in small groups.
Requirements
• Embedded YouTube player
• Seating for 5–20 people
• Soft lighting
• Ability to track views so you get credit for every watch
• Optional playlist of your tutorials
This room supports:
• Watch parties
• Technique demonstrations
• Community learning sessions
9. Navigation & Accessibility
To support older adults and homebound crafters, the space must include:
• Clear signage
• Easy movement paths
• Simple instructions
• Large, readable text
• Optional audio instructions
• Wheelchair-friendly virtual layout
Overall Style & Feel
• Cozy, warm, and welcoming
• Soft colors and textures
• Paper Tole–inspired visual elements
• Accessible for all ages
• Easy to navigate
• Friendly, community-centered
This virtual environment should feel warm, welcoming, artistic, and easy to navigate, especially for older adults and crafters. It must support community, creativity, learning, and connection — the heart of the Paper Tole Institute.
1. Main Lobby & Welcome Experience
A cozy, inviting entry point where every visitor begins.
Features Needed
• Virtual Check In Desk Guests “sign in” or confirm attendance.
• Avatar or Photo Selection Station Choose an avatar or upload a personal image.
• Automated Virtual Guide A friendly guide that explains:
o How to move around
o How to enter rooms
o How to interact with others
o How to raise a hand for help
• Live Host Support Button A “Raise Your Hand” feature that alerts a real host or moderator.
Atmosphere
• Soft lighting
• Warm colors
• Paper Tole–inspired décor
• Clear signage pointing to all major rooms
2. Large Conference Room (Main Hall)
A professional, spacious room for large gatherings, Town Halls, and Institute events.
Requirements
• Seating for 50–200 people
• Overhead screen for PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides
• Stage or presenter area
• Good acoustics for live speaking
• Chat sidebar for Q&A
• “Raise Hand” feature for audience participation
3. Small Group Crafting Rooms
Multiple cozy rooms where 4–10 people can gather to work on Paper Tole together.
Each room should include
• Tables with crafting layouts
• Screens for sharing tips or showing a technique
• Quiet, intimate atmosphere
• Optional breakout tables
• Ability to upload or show images of works-in-progress
These rooms should feel like little crafting circles, warm and personal.
4. Past Owners & Institute History Wing
A dedicated heritage space honoring the legacy of the Paper Tole Institute.
Sections
• Timeline of the Institute
• Portraits of all past owners
• Stories, milestones, and achievements
• Interactive plaques or clickable items
• A “Founders Wall” with photos and descriptions
5. This room should feel like a museum gallery — respectful, beautiful, and inspiring. 5. Art Wall & Discussion Space
A place where members can display their Paper Tole pieces and talk about them.
Features
• Rotating gallery wall
• Clickable artwork for close-up viewing
• Comment or discussion area
• Spotlight area for featured artists
• Space for live critique or conversation circles
6. Full Gallery Room
A larger, more formal gallery for exhibitions, contests, or themed showcases.
Needs
• Multiple walls of curated art
• Lighting that highlights each piece
• Ability to host gallery walks
• Optional audio guide or text descriptions
7. ToleWay Online Store Room
A virtual storefront where visitors can browse products and prints.
Features
• Product shelves or displays
• Clickable items linking to thecutup.org
• Print racks
• Demo videos or sample projects
• “Add to Cart” or “Learn More” buttons
This room should feel like a craft boutique.
8. Video Viewing Room (YouTube Watch Space)
A cozy theater-style room for watching your YouTube videos in small groups.
Requirements
• Embedded YouTube player
• Seating for 5–20 people
• Soft lighting
• Ability to track views so you get credit for every watch
• Optional playlist of your tutorials
This room supports:
• Watch parties
• Technique demonstrations
• Community learning sessions
9. Navigation & Accessibility
To support older adults and homebound crafters, the space must include:
• Clear signage
• Easy movement paths
• Simple instructions
• Large, readable text
• Optional audio instructions
• Wheelchair-friendly virtual layout
Overall Style & Feel
• Cozy, warm, and welcoming
• Soft colors and textures
• Paper Tole–inspired visual elements
• Accessible for all ages
• Easy to navigate
• Friendly, community-centered