Blacksmithing
Intro to Blacksmithing
Ages 18 and older, Tuesdays, 5:45 -8:45 p.m. (3 hr)
$180 for non-members per 4-week session
$162 for members per 4-week session
Do you enjoy watching 'Forged in Fire' and always thought how fun it would be to try it? Now's your chance! Learn the ancient technique of Blacksmithing in this 4-week class. Participants will make a small knife by heating metal in a forge then shaping it on an anvil. Students will begin with a rectangular piece of metal, then through a series of forging and hammering they will end up with a small, curved knife. They will finish it off by making a wooden handle and a sheath holder.
This class will take only a maximum of 6 students, so register early! All supplies and use of equipment are included in this unique and authentic class.
No class week of Thanksgiving.
Intro to Blacksmithing Sessions |
Session Dates | Day and Time | Non-member / Member Fee | Register |
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Session 1 | 1/12 - 2/2/2021 4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 2 | 3/9 - 3/30/2021 4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 3 | 5/6 - 5/24/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 4 | 7/8 - 7/27/2021 4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 5 | 8/31 - 9/21/2021 4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 6 | 10/28 - 11/18/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Having trouble registering online? Call Lisa Zupon - (513) 728-4266. Lisa can register you over the phone.
CUSTOM CHEF KNIFE
Ages 18 and older, Tuesday, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. (3 hr)
$180 for non-members per 2-week session
$162 for members per 2-week session
Make a custom chef knife you'll be proud to use! Use stock removal (metal bar) and shape by grinding the blade to your desired length and shape. The forge will be used to heat treat the blade once the shaping is finished. Creatively design and make a wooden handle. It is recommended students have some experience in metal working prior to taking this class. There is a maximum of 5 students, so register early! All supplies included.
Custom Chef Knife Sessions |
Session Dates | Day/Time | Non-member/Member | Register |
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Session 1: | 1/12 - 2/2/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 2: | 3/9 - 3/30/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 3: | 5/6 - 5/24/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 4: | 7/8 - 7/27/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 5: | 8/31 - 9/21/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Session 6: | 10/28 - 11/18/2021
4 weeks |
TUE 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. | $180 / $162 | Register Here |
Tomahawk Hatchet Workshop
Ages 18 and older, Tuesday, 5:45 -8:45 p.m. (3 hr)
$100 for non-members per 2-week session
$90 for members per 2-week session
Want to try Blacksmithing without committing to a 4-week class. Try this 2-week workshop where you'll forge a tomahawk hatchet by forging and pounding a metal railroad tie into an ax blade. Finish by making and attaching a wooden handle.
No experience necessary. All supplies and use of equipment included. Maximum of 6 students so sign up early!
Tomahawk Hatchet Workshop Sessions |
Session Dates | Day and Time | Non-member / Member Fee |
Register |
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Session 1: |
2/9 - 2/16/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Session 2: | 4/6 - 4/13/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Session 3: | 6/1 - 6/8/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Session 4: | 8/3 - 8/10/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Session 5: | 9/28 - 10/5/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Session 6: | 11/30 - 12/7/2021 2 weeks |
TUE 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. | $100 / $90 | Register Here |
Instructor: Joshua Fisher
Joshua is a trained carpenter and a seasoned woodshop instructor, having taught woodworking for over 10 years. He has taught numerous Woodworking classes for Tri-county Woodcraft in Springdale and currently teaches private lessons in his home studio. Joshua also teaches Blacksmithing once a month to veterans in the Wounded Warrior program. He takes great pride in helping the veterans learn new and useful skills.
Joshua brings his vast experience to ArtsConnect where he teaches Woodworking and Blacksmithing classes for adults.
Class Cancellations & Weather Closings
A minimum of four students must be enrolled for the session prior to the stated deadline for the class to take place (maximum 12 students). The Springfield Township Senior and Community Arts Center follows Finneytown School District inclement weather closings. To verify closings, call 513-522-1154.
Due to costs incurred in planning for art classes, full refunds will only be issued when the Arts Council cancels the class. Class cancellations made within 10 business days of the class start date are eligible for a refund, minus a $5 administration fee per student. Refunds will be made by check, not to a credit card. To notify us of a cancellation, please send an email to artsinfo@springfieldtwp.org.
Checks are payable to ArtsConnect and can be mailed to 9150 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
For more information, call 522-1410
Contact Us
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ArtsConnect™
(513) 522-2108
Springfield Township
Community Arts Center
9158 Winton Road
Building A
Cincinnati, Ohio
45231
Kimberlee Flamm
Executive Director
kflamm@springfieldtwp.org
(513)728-4262
Lisa Zupon
Education Director
lzupon@springfieldtwp.org
(513)728-4266