November 15-17, 2024
Leslie Tharp: WORKSHOP
Bringing the forge to you!
Join Gainesville, Florida based Metal Artist Leslie Tharp for an amazing 1, 2 OR 3 days together learning the basics of metalworking, including forging, shaping and more!
Jump into the world of blacksmithing with 3 fun options alongside this accomplished artist:
You can choose 1, 2 OR 3 (discounts apply if registering for all 3 options, see details below)
- Adventure Knife (the butcher) SOLD OUT
- Bowl (the baker) SOLD OUT
- Candle Holder (and the "candlestick" maker) 5 spots left
All safety gear is provided. NO experience is required.
REGISTRATION CLOSES 11.01.24
Limited capacity - only 8 participants per project.
Cancellation fee of $100 before 10.01.24, after 11.01.24 there are NO refunds.
FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN ALL 3 DAYS: SOLD OUT
You must be energetic and able to take on physical challenges. Forging several days in a row can be taxing on the body, and we want you to leave enjoying your experience. Please consider only signing up for 1 or 2 sessions if you do not commonly work in an athletic manner.
Lodging available on-site, just $50/night.
Please email Valerie@moreanworkshopspace.org to request a room (limited availability).
Adventure Knife
Choose 1, 2 or 3 options below:
Knife - 2 day - $400: SOLD OUT
Candle Holder 4 hours $300
Knife - 2 day - $400: SOLD OUT
The goal of this class is to learn basic hammering techniques while forging a 3.5"-4" blade, which you will dive into on Day 1.
Once your knife has been shaped out, we will go through the
heat-treating process to ensure it will hold an edge.
The instructor will sharpen your knife before Day 2, and we will spend Friday morning together wrapping the handle with a paracord wrap and creating a custom Kydex sheath for your knife.
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2-Day WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Saturday, November 16: 10am-5pm
(lunch break on Day 1)
Sunday, November 17: 9am-12pm
Bowl - 3 hrs - $250 SOLD OUT
Candle Holder 4 hours $300
Knife - 2 day - $400: SOLD OUT
This intro to hot forming sheet metal will involve dishing and sinking hot steel into hollow forms, as well as plenshing and finishwork.
In this class you will make a bowl, fit to hold or be held!
1-Day WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Sunday, November 17: 3pm-6pm
Candle Holder 4 hours $300
Candle Holder 4 hours $300
Candle Holder 4 hours $300
This beginner friendly blacksmithing class will lead students through a wide variety of forging processes, hand hammering techniques, as well as bending jigs, hot punching holes and rivet setting.
Everyone will go home with their own unique candle holder!
1-Day WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Friday, November 15: 1pm-5pm
Check out these images from Leslie's Workshop with us in November 2023. It was too much fun, so we brought her back for 2024!
Meet Nationally acclaimed metal artist, Leslie Tharp:
About the Artist
Based in Gainesville, FL metal artist Leslie Tharp specializes in large scale public art and teaching hands on metalworking classes. Her blacksmithing training began at Penland School of Craft, where Tharp received a work study scholarship in the Iron Studio.
Beyond Tharp's role as a maker is her role as a teacher:
"I love to teach! It’s built on my own love of learning and eagerness to share. I aim to create a very inclusive and motivating environment for students as they begin their journey into metalworking."
Leslie's work can be seen in public and private collections around the country.
More information on Leslie Tharp can be found here: Leslie Tharp, Metal Artist
Stay with us!
Make it a retreat and stay on property for a
fully immersive experience!
Limited housing available, please contact valerie@moreanworkshopspace.org directly for availability.
Just $50/night during the Blacksmith Workshop
with Leslie Tharp.