Taming Fire: Metal Sculpture

When & Where

30 November 2024 - 7 December 2024 ( 10 hours, 2 weeks )
Saturday
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Pelham Hall

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Multiple
Course Code W24STEB08A
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

An introduction to using a gas flame to weld, cut, shape and colour metals. You will learn the basics of forging using our gas forge. Experiment with techniques and work on own projects. Open to all levels including Beginners and more experienced metal sculpture students wanting to extend their skills. Basic studio costs included but materials charged over £7 use. Students are asked to bring their own old shirt, apron or coveralls and strong shoes or boots to wear in the studio.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Develop gas welding skills
Develop brazing skills
Develop forging skills
Develop gas cutting skills
Develop heat colouring skills
Understand how these skills can be used in metal sculpture

Cost

Full fee

£170

Concession fee

£130

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Class format and activities

Students will be taught in small groups by listening, watching and practicing. Demonstration, step by step guidance and feedback to improve techniques. Practising and developing own metal projects.