Whether you are brand new to metalsmithing or have a workable skill set that you would like to expand on, these one-on-one private classes are the way forward. These day long sessions will move at your pace and will focus on those techniques and processes essential to advancing your practice and enriching your production.
Ready to retire your canned butane torch and learn the safe way to use and maintain regulator controlled gas tanks for use in your own studio? Get ideas for studio setup and ventilation design focused on creating a comfortable, safe and efficient work station.
Do you want to refine your saw control, learn piercing and develop texturing methods that can help define your emerging style?
Are you ready to learn the silver recycling and reclaiming process which turns sterling silver tableware into ready to cut sheet?
Explore adding kinetic components to your work and building layers for maximum depth to expand a pieces narrative. Explore the ideas behind planning and creating a cohesive collection.
How this works:
come up with a date(s) and email me to see if we can coordinate. Private classes can be one to multiple days.
dirtroadwares@gmail.com
Private classes include 7 hours of instruction per day. One hour for lunch is built into the day. I will have all the tools you need for the class.
The price of this private class does not include your materials. Once we plan out the details, I will order the material needed for the class(es), or you may bring your own.
Workshop Location:
Shop Address: 102 S Catherine Street, Walhalla, SC 29691. The workshop is located on the right of a one-way street. There is plenty of parking on the left side of the street (you can’t miss it!).
My workshop is in the sweet little town of Walhalla, SC. We are a short walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants and food trucks, a brewery and cool places to stay a night or two. We are at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains so if you are an outdoor enthusiast, there is plenty to do and see.
Nearby airports:
- Greenville/Spartanburg International GSP - 1.25 hour drive from the workshop
- Asheville Regional AVL - 1.75 hour drive to workshop (scenic drive!)
- Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International ATL - 2.5 hour drive
Accommodations:
There are a few options for Airbnb’s in town. There is camping nearby on the Chattooga River and other great places to call home. Please reach out if you need more info about camping. If you do book an Airbnb, I recommend Walhalla, Mountain Rest, Westminster, Long Creek and Seneca. These are the closest towns to the workshop. There are hotels nearby, just make sure you check drive time to those.
I find this link very useful for lodging, food and things to do in the area: visitoconeesc.com
Cancellation Policy:
If you choose to cancel your spot 30 days or more prior to the class, you will be refunded 75% of the cost of the class. The class is non-refundable within 30 days of the scheduled class, unless I can find someone to fill your spot. You will still only receive 75% of the course fee, even if I can find someone to fill your place. I will refund you 100% if I need to cancel the class or reschedule to a date you can’t make.