Take a class with us!
Blacksmithing in Richmond, CA
Clay and Steel offers achievable project based classes starting at $150. Or a little two hour taste for $75
Our classes are small and designed to give time for the instruction and understanding about the blacksmithing techniques used to create each project. The owner, Celeste, has designed these projects to be beautiful, valuable and achievable for a whole range of students. Gift cards for classes can be bought and given to friends and family as well.
You can read the answers to FAQs about classes here.
There are $40 lab times available to previous students. Labs give students the time and space to practice projects and master techniques. Materials are available for most projects. Cash or Venmo. Contact me to reserve a spot.
Our Class and Lab calendar is linked below
All students new to blacksmithing are required to take one of the Starter Blacksmith Classes. First time projects include steel hooks, bronze or copper bracelets, and the railroad spike knife.
First time blacksmith classes includes important safety requirements as well as basic hammer and tong instruction.
New students will also be required to sign a safety waiver in order to participate. To see all Starter Classes click here and scroll down.
After you take a “starter” class in each department (blacksmithing or weldin you will have met the prerequisite for almost any other class. This requirement may be waived for recent students from other organizations such as The Crucible or the California Blacksmith Association
Clay and Steel is located in the Seaport Art Studios building. A bright mural covers the building’s front. The gate will open 5 minutes before class. The door is a lie, the gate is your destination.
