Create sculptures, wall pieces and kinetic sculptures while learning and applying the
fundamentals of blacksmithing. Techniques covered include how to Flatten, Upset, Twist, Fuller and create different patterns. Use the hammer and furnaces to forge hot steel into sculptural pieces that later will weld, wrap, cut and connect. The steel will be finished with fire, etc.
Required Supplies
All materials included.
Special Notes
Note: This class is fairly physically intensive, and calls for nimble dexterity and significant manual strength.
Instructor
Marcos Carrasco
Marcos Carrasco is a multidisciplinary artist, animator, sculptor, educator, photographer,
filmmaker, painter, illustrator, and jazz musician. He has an MFA in Emerging Media
(Animation and Visual Effects) from UCF, a BFA in Animation from SCAD, and a BFA in
Graphic Design from the University Autonomous of Guadalajara. His artwork combines
traditional disciplines, CGI and VR techniques. And it has been exhibited in museums
and film festivals worldwide.