Halloween Forged Skull
Adult | Available
In this class learn to use decorative punches and chisels starting small forging skull keychains. Then moving up to working large stock with a striker to forge a large skull sculpture.
Decorative fuller, punching, chiseling. metal finishes, and techniques working with a striker will be covered. Each student should complete a couple keychains and a large skull sculpture.
There is a $4.00 registration fee included in tuition.
Members will have the $4.00 fee deducted from tuition.
There is a $15.00 materials fee included in tuition.
Safety Glasses must be worn and All Safety Guidelines followed
SAFETY FIRST* Closed toed shoes, Fitted sleeves, Long hair tied back.
All Students are encouraged to bring a work apron or smock to each workshop
**Please note that classes at Brookfield Craft Center must meet a minimum number of registrations for the class to run. Students will be notified within a week's notice whether their class will be held. If the class is canceled due to low enrollment, students may request to be transferred to another class or be refunded in full.
Ian McCarthy
Ian McCarthy has been learning traditional metalwork for the past several years. With a focus on cookware and cooking utensils. Combining simple forged to shape items with functional design and purpose. Member of the Ct Blacksmith Guild and Volunteer/demonstrator at the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association.