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• Oxy-Acetylene Found Object Sculpture (WED AFTN)

  • Start
    Wed, April 03, 2024
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  • End
    Wed, May 22, 2024
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    3749 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
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    1

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  This beginning class will focus on applying oxy-acetylene welding techniques to the fabrication of a sculptural project. Oxy-fuel cutting, welding and brazing processes will be covered. Learn the limitations and benefits of these processes through the design and fabrication of your own work of art. Discover scrap metal! Methods for identifying metals, surface preparation for scrap welding, along with aesthetic and protective surface treatments for finishing pieces will be covered. Additionally, we will touch on the history of art welding so that students develop an understanding of the art form’s past as well as the tools to inspire its future. 

  $380 ($310 tuition + $70 materials)  | 8 weeks 

  Open to ages 16 and up.

  Instructor: Roger Karlson  

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• Oxy-Acetylene Found Object Sculpture (WED EVE)

  • Start
    Wed, April 03, 2024
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  • End
    Wed, May 22, 2024
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    3749 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
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  This beginning class will focus on applying oxy-acetylene welding techniques to the fabrication of a sculptural project. Oxy-fuel cutting, welding and brazing processes will be covered. Learn the limitations and benefits of these processes through the design and fabrication of your own work of art. Discover scrap metal! Methods for identifying metals, surface preparation for scrap welding, along with aesthetic and protective surface treatments for finishing pieces will be covered. Additionally, we will touch on the history of art welding so that students develop an understanding of the art form’s past as well as the tools to inspire its future. 

  $380 ($310 tuition + $70 materials)  | 8 weeks Open to ages 18 and up, or 17 with a parent/guardian in attendance.

  Instructor: Becca Cerra 

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• Creating Curves with Oxy-Acetylene and Blacksmithing Techniques

  • Start
    Sat, April 06, 2024
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  • End
    Sat, April 27, 2024
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    3749 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
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  In this intro to bending workshop, you'll learn how to harness the heat of the flame to create intricate and complex bends and shapes. You'll learn and practice techniques using an oxy-acetylene torch and blacksmithing forge. By pairing these two tools, you'll create a tabletop sculpture that bends and wraps around itself and stands on its own without any welding necessary.  Leave this class a master at making squiggles! Materials for practice are provided and you are welcome to create your personal project using our scrap or you can purchase your own metal stock.

  No prior experience is necessary though some blacksmithing and/or oxy-acetylene knowledge is a plus.

  $175 ($155 tuition + $20 materials)  |  4 weeks
  Open to ages 18 and up, or 17 with a parent/guardian in attendance.

  Instructor: Becca Cerra

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• MIG Welding Found Object Sculpture

  • Start
    Sat, April 13, 2024
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  • End
    Sat, May 18, 2024
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    3749 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
  • Spaces left
    2

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  This class, intended for continuing/advanced students, will provide for your artistic growth while you acquire additional welding and fabrication techniques. You'll learn MIG (metal inert gas) welding and hand plasma cutting to create sculptural objects. We'll also cover fixture fabrication to ensure your finished project meets your design criteria. With these new equipment options and techniques, you can easily replicate quality projects with speed and efficiency. Alternatively, you may apply your new fabrication skills to individual, one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces. Open and lively discussions on art, design and the making of artifacts are encouraged.

  Pre-requisite: Oxy-Acetylene Found Object Sculpture or equivalent experience. 

  $380 ($310 tuition + $70 materials) | 8 weeks
  Open to ages 16 and up.

  Instructor: Roger Karlson
  

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