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Forge: Blacksmithing a Ram's Head Fire Poker

This Forge class will teach you how to control hot metal between hammer and anvil, while opening your way to blacksmithing artistry.

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Forge: Blacksmithing a Ram's Head Fire Poker

Forge: Blacksmithing a Ram's Head Fire Poker

This Forge class will teach you how to control hot metal between hammer and anvil, while opening your way to blacksmithing artistry.

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Yes, it's spring, but it's still a great time to forge your own fire poker. While we're at it, let’s have some fun and put a ram's head on the handle. This blacksmithing course covers the basics, and will teach you how to control hot metal between hammer and anvil, while giving you a taste of the artistry.  

Details

  • No experience required.
  • You'll make your own project. Even if you don’t have a fireplace, these pokers make great gifts and are a lot of fun to create.

Details

A $30 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need.

Class Policies

  • All of BARN's Forge events are held in open-air, unconditioned spaces. Please dress accordingly.
  • Wear natural fiber clothing only (no synthetics that could burn your skin).
  • Wear sturdy, closed-toe and -heel shoes or boots. Sandals are not permitted.
  • Ages 14 and up are welcome.
Instructor
Yori Seeger

Yori is a sculptor and a blacksmith who trained in Florence, Italy, and received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute. He cofounded an art school called Visual Philosophy where he created and taught the curriculum for both blacksmithing and sculpting programs. He has worked in sculpture studios, foundries, and blacksmith shops for 20-plus years. He specializes in large-scale, figurative sculpture; ornamental ironwork; and forging woodworking tools. He's also very passionate about teaching these trades and traditions. View Yori's work at https://www.yoriseeger.com.

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