at Melbourne's hottest forge
When fire and steel meet, there is a moment when steel yields its strength and can be forged into any shape or form ... that moment, never fails to inspire. Come to Waterside Metal Art Studio, try your hand at blacksmithing, forge something uniquely you and fall in love with an age-old craft.
Explore the infinite potential of hot metal using traditional techniques in a modern and well equipped workshop. A broad range of courses and experiences are offered, ranging from fun 2hr experiences to multi-day immersive courses.
Our hands-on workshops have been carefully designed to suit people of varying capabilities and all beginner's courses require no experience. Our trained and experienced instructors will safely support you on the journey and your finished work will be yours to keep.
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Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing including drawing out, bending and twisting.
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Build upon your basic blacksmithing skills with splitting, upsetting, punching and forge welding.
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New workshop in collaboration with druidess and storyteller, Rachel Wildman
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We are a working forge that occasionally takes on commissions. Our capabilities range from concept design, to fabrication and installation.
From small sculptural pieces to larger functional items, we always strive to find the best solutions to meet our clients expectations.
