In this intensive workshop participants will observe and practice several fundamental techniques used in metal fabrication. Time will be split between demonstration and assisted hands-on practice. The instructor will demonstrate the safe and proper use of a variety of equipment, then students will choose metal scrap material to create a sculpture of their own design. Techniques covered include heating, bending, and cutting using an oxy-acetylene torch, cutting using a plasma cutter, MIG welding, or possibly TIG welding.

This two-day intermediate workshop is for those with some prior experience. The workshop will delve deeper into heating, bending, and other types of welders. If you’ve taken our 1-day Intro Welding, this is a great follow-up!

Looking to learn or practice a specific technique? Have a project or goal in mind? Email us at info@salemartworks.org

Students must wear closed-toed shoes, have hair tied, a hat or bandana (recommended), and long pants. Wear natural-fibered clothing and no synthetic fabrics.

Friday & Saturday
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate (Some experience required)
Minimum Age: 14+
Six Students Max
Workshop Fee: $200
Materials Fee: $30
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Upcoming Dates:
Two-Day Intermediate Welding Friday, June 20-21 w/ Stan Sear

Bring your own lunch and water bottle!

Instructor Bio: Stanton Sears is a sculptor and a professor of art at Macalester College, St Paul.  He holds degrees from the Rhode Island School of Design and Penn State.  In addition to the fine arts, his training has included significant study in architecture and landscape architecture. He is a very experienced educator with a contagious passion for the arts.

There is a 25% cancellation fee for all workshops and classes if requested with two weeks of prior notice. Deposits and payments are nonrefundable within two weeks of the scheduled date.