June 29th - Forge a Steel Hook -First Time Blacksmiths Welcome
10am - 2pm - Level 1 Blacksmith Project
Teacher: Celeste Flores
Join us at Seaport Studios to forge a hook out of hot steel.
In my opinion this is the best class for a beginning blacksmith. This class goes over safety, tapering, punching, twisting, bending and finishing. It’s a very useful project that you can do repeatedly to practice your basic blacksmithing skills. I highly recommend starting with this class.
Please wear all natural fibers such as cotton jeans, t-shirts, wool or leather. Wear closed toed shoes. Synthetic shoes such as sneakers, not advised. Synthetic fabrics, such as polyester, nylon and spandex melt and stick to skin when heated. Do not wear synthetic clothing when working with fire.
Clay and Steel is located at Seaport Studios in Richmond, CA. Seaport Studios is a studio space filled with individually owned private art businesses. It is an active working shop. Expect there to be fire, noise, welders, grinders, woodworkers, artists, shop dogs and shop cats.
It is possible we will be sharing anvils in this class. You may have to share an anvil.
This smithy aims to feel like a safe place for all people. We are strong LGBTQ+ allies and treat fellow students with respect.
Youth age 16 and up permitted with an adult.
Blacksmithing is a hot labor intensive activity. Just like any other exercise activity you should be in good physical condition to participate and/or should consult with a doctor.
Please wear all natural fibers such as cotton, leather, or wool. Please do not wear shorts, opened toed shoes or synthetic fibers such as polyester, nylon or spandex
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