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Forge: Blacksmithing a Ram's Head Fire Poker

You'll learn 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

You'll learn how to control hot metal between hammer and anvil, while opening your way to blacksmithing artistry.

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    $ 199.00
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    $ 241.00
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Winter is 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

  • Skill level: This is a challenging beginner blade-smithing project.
  • This class is off-site at 20224 Pond View Lane NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370.
  • You'll be in an open-air workshop, so dress accordingly.
  • Blacksmithing is simple but is physically challenging. Enjoy a day at the forge, but be careful … this ancient art is very addictive.
  • Bring a lunch for our break.

Materials

  • A $30 materials fee, included in the class price, covers all the materials you'll need.

Class Policies

  • Wear natural-fiber clothing only (no synthetics that could melt or burn your skin).
  • Wear closed-toe 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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