Groundworks Art Lab

The eight week metalworking class is geared around, developing and growing the skills learning during the four week sampler. This is achieved through more complex, assemblies of metal objects, using techniques of welding sheet, forming, forging and torch cutting.

In this class, students will learn new skills such as introductory heat treating of tool steels to make tools. Riveting to assemble multiple sheet components and more advanced layout skills.

Overall, the eight week class is a great place for students, looking to grow their knowledge of metal working techniques and to experience a more complex project.

This class has no prerequisites and is specifically set up for absolute beginners to this art form. Our Metal Studio does have some safety basics before anyone is allowed to join in the fun (failure to meet these requirements will result in not being granted access to the equipment):

• Please come dressed in close-toe shoes, and natural material clothing, i.e. cotton or linen, long pants are required.
• For welding, a long sleeved cotton shirt is recommended that fully covers your chest. We have long sleeve over-shirts in the studio. Please be aware that sparks can damage clothing.
• A bandana or tight cap is advised. If you have long hair, please have it securely tied back from your face.
• No loose or dangling jewelry, long earrings or scarves.
• We will provide safety goggles and other PPE, but if you have your own and would like to bring them, please do!
• Please bring a water bottle!

Ages: 16+

All supplies and materials will be provided during class.

Will be available to register on Monday, March 30 at 8:00am.