Heavy Metals

Spark your curiosity and learn to safely play with fire while watching your ideas come to life. Whether cutting, grinding, or connecting found objects, you are bound to walk away feeling accomplished. From beginners to professionals, we offer a little something for everyone. Please wear closed-toe shoes, pants, natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair.

WELDING BASICS with Brian Glaze

TOOL OF THE TRADE: THE PLASMA CUTTER with Sophie Glenn

Session A: Saturday May 13 12-2pm

Session B: Saturday May 13

2:30-4:30pm

Session C: Saturday June 24 12-2pm

Session D: Saturday June 24

2:30-4:30pm

Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.

$60 / $51 (member)

1 Day Workshop

TOOL OF THE TRADE: THE ANGLE GRINDER with Sophie Glenn

Saturday Aug. 19 10am-1pm

The angle grinder is not just for grinding! It’s one of the most versatile tools that every metalworker should have in their arsenal. Working on small projects, you’ll learn how to safely use this tool, and the various applications in which it can be used.

$60 / $51 (member)

1 Day Workshop

Saturday May 20 10am-1pm

Learn how to safely work with the plasma cutter and the various ways it can be used. Practicing what we’ve learned, you’ll create a small magnet that you can paint to match your unique style.

$60 / $51 (member)

1 Day Workshop

WELDING WITH FOUND OBJECTS with Brian Glaze

Saturday June 10 9am-3pm

Explore the art of welding with metal found objects in this one-day workshop. Starting with a visit to a local scrap yard, you will learn how to identify weldable metals for your project. After a lunch break, use a MIG welder and other related hand tools to create your own found object sculpture. Be prepared to walk in an industrial setting; gloves and boots/ work shoes are highly advised. Welding Basics or equivalent experience is necessary to ensure your success in this class.

$90 / $76.50 (member)

1 Day Workshop