I’m very excited to announce a short series of Ford Hallam’s “Iron Brush” workshops here in Canada, as a conclusion to his North American spring teaching tour.
A new metalworking studio is in the process of being set up in Hamilton, Ontario by Tamahagane Arts. This is intended to be a Canadian base for a future series of Iron Brush workshops and programs, as well as a wide array of metalworking and smithing programs and workshops. The studio is located at
www.270sherman.ca.
Setting up the studio is in its initial stages and the course fees are estimated, but the workshop dates are set! Registration inquiries and deposits can be directed to
allen@tamahagane.com.
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May 22nd – 1-Day Kebori (line carving) introductory workshop
8 students
Students will learn to make and use an “iron brush”. They will shape and prepare a v-chisel from a provided blank, and participate in a series of carving exercises. Tools will be supplied at the studio, and the course fee includes a hammer and two chisel blanks for students to take home.
Estimated Price: $300 CAD
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May 23-25 – 3-day Basic Tsuba-Making introductory workshop
6 students
Using provided copper ingots, students will shape and patinate their very own tsuba. Tools will be supplied at the studio.
Estimated Price: $900 CAD
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While I’m happy to answer any questions about the workshops (since I’ll be present for them), all inquiries about program registration should be directed to Allen Rozon at
allen@tamahagane.com.
Thanks, and see you there!