Two 6-hour classes, Saturday and Sunday.
Turn up the heat and discover the thrill of shaping red-hot steel!
Meeting once a week for four weeks, “Blacksmithing 101” is a hands-on, introduction to the exciting world of traditional blacksmithing. You’ll learn how to manage the forge, swing a hammer with precision and confidence, use essential blacksmithing tools, and transform steel into unique, handcrafted pieces of your own.
With only five spots available, you’ll receive plenty of personal instruction and time at the anvil. No experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Price includes all four classes, materials, tools, and finished projects.
One 6-hour class.
Discover the hidden beauty of wood and bring it to life with hammer and chisel!
Meeting once a week for two weeks, “Woodcarving 101” is a hands-on introduction to the timeless art of traditional woodcarving. You’ll learn proper chisel form and control, sharpening and tool maintenance, project layout, and how to work confidently with the grain. Beginning with traditional trim-carving techniques, you’ll build the foundational skills needed to create a classical colonial shell carving of your own.
Beginning with foundational trim-carving exercises, you’ll develop the essential techniques needed to carve a classical colonial shell, a design found in some of the finest examples of traditional American furniture and architectural ornament. You’ll gain a greater understanding of proportion, depth, and the steps that transform a flat piece of wood into a beautifully sculpted form.
With limited spots available, you’ll receive plenty of personal instruction and time at the workbench. No experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to make some wood chips fly!
Price includes both classes, materials, and your finished project.
Tools are provided, but if you have your own chisels or gouges, feel free to bring them. The instructor will evaluate their suitability and safety for use during the class.
Class Details: Six hours of total instruction, consisting of two three-hour classes held once a week.
One 3-hour class each week for 4 weeks.
Turn up the heat and discover the thrill of shaping red-hot steel!
Meeting once a week for four weeks, “Blacksmithing 101” is a hands-on, introduction to the exciting world of traditional blacksmithing. You’ll learn how to manage the forge, swing a hammer with precision and confidence, use essential blacksmithing tools, and transform steel into unique, handcrafted pieces of your own.
With only five spots available, you’ll receive plenty of personal instruction and time at the anvil. No experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Price includes all four classes, materials, tools, and finished projects.
Two 3-hour classes, each week for 2 weeks.
Discover the hidden beauty of wood and bring it to life with hammer and chisel!
Meeting once a week for two weeks, “Woodcarving 101” is a hands-on introduction to the timeless art of traditional woodcarving. You’ll learn proper chisel form and control, sharpening and tool maintenance, project layout, and how to work confidently with the grain. Beginning with traditional trim-carving techniques, you’ll build the foundational skills needed to create a classical colonial shell carving of your own.
Beginning with foundational trim-carving exercises, you’ll develop the essential techniques needed to carve a classical colonial shell, a design found in some of the finest examples of traditional American furniture and architectural ornament. You’ll gain a greater understanding of proportion, depth, and the steps that transform a flat piece of wood into a beautifully sculpted form.
With limited spots available, you’ll receive plenty of personal instruction and time at the workbench. No experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to make some wood chips fly!
Price includes both classes, materials, and your finished project.
Tools are provided, but if you have your own chisels or gouges, feel free to bring them. The instructor will evaluate their suitability and safety for use during the class.
Class Details: Six hours of total instruction, consisting of two three-hour classes held once a week.
One, 3-Hour Class
Bring bold lettering to life with the brilliant shine of traditional gold leaf!
“Traditional Gold Leafing 101” is a hands-on introduction to the time-honored techniques of sign painting and gilding, led by guest instructor Robert Stickles. You’ll learn how to lay out and transfer a design using a pounce pattern, apply gold size, handle delicate metal leaf, and create a clean, luminous gilded finish. Students will also have the opportunity to experiment with imitation gold, silver, and variegated leaf.
With only six spots available, you’ll receive focused instruction and plenty of time to practice each step of the process. No previous experience is necessary, and each student will leave with a finished gilded project of their own.
Materials, prepared project surfaces, and use of specialized tools are included.
Class Details: Three hours of hands-on instruction led by guest instructor Robert Stickles.
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