Blacksmith classes
What you need to know.
Come learn the art of blacksmithing in historic downtown Comer, GA. Certified artist blacksmith Patrick Blount is now offering classes in basic blacksmithing at the Greenhow Handmade Ironworks, LLC shop located at 1939 Madison Street. All classes will focus on a particular project that the student should be able to finish in the day’s course, all while learning basic blacksmithing processes. Classes are open to students 13 years of age and older. Students under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign the release for them. Classes start at 9:00 AM and run to around 4:00 PM with a 1 hour lunch break. There are many restaurants within walking distance of the shop, or feel free to pack your lunch and eat at the city park that the shop backs up to. All courses include all materials and tools. However, if you own your own tools, please feel free to bring them so you can practice working with your own tools.
What to bring
- A water bottle
- Any tools you might own and would like practice working with
- Eye and ear protection will be provided, however if you have your own please bring it.
WEAR PROPER ATTIRE.
The shop is not air-conditioned or heated so dress according to the weather outside. Do not wear loose fitting garments, gloves, jewelry, watches, ties, ID badges or anything else dangling that might get caught in a piece of moving equipment. Long hair should be secured for student safety.
- Never wear open toe shoes – use closed-toe shoes in the shop.
- Always wear natural fiber clothing.
- Wear long pants.
