May 22-23, 2027

Blacksmithing Basics

with Lisa Geertsen

$600

$575 tuition + $25 material fee

About this Workshop

Come have fun at the forge and learn the foundations of forging as well as ergonomics to continue to grow your skills on your own. Students will learn basic forging techniques and how to apply them to their creative or utilitarian practice. With guided projects, Lisa will cover tapers, upsetting, twisting, hot cutting and scrolling/bending. Students will take home fun items and an experience that will last a lifetime.

Key Points

  • Forging safety and ergonomics of tool use
  • Foundational skills for multiple applications
  • Projects that can be completed within class time
  • Functional skills as well as creative applications
  • Encouragement of creative problem solving
  • Skill building that promotes personal empowerment

About the Instructor

Lisa Geertsen

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ENROLLMENT DETAILS

Blacksmithing Basics with Lisa Geertsen

May 22-23, 2027

$600.00

Online Registration Starts December 1, 2026

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