Repousse Copper Class

Why not try something a little different and give repousses and chassing a go. For nearly 20 years William has produced repousse pieces in copper bronze and brass to accent his forged ironwork and now is your chance to give it a try for your self.

This 2 day course will cover all of the processes involved including working with sandbags, lead blocks, hot pitch etc to raise and form shapes from flat sheets of copper. We will use a wide variety of tools to shape and form the copper in to the chosen designs and William will be on hand to guide and teach you the processes to bring your idea to life

The courses are run by professional full time blacksmith Will Holland FWCB of Phoenix Forge. The courses are typically run in small groups to ensure that everyone gets as much one on one tuition as they require to develop their skills.

The courses are run in a dedicated professional forge, which is relaxed working environment you will be given the time to progress at your own speed to build your confidence in working with the tools and the hot metal.

If you have done some forging already that’s great too, we can demonstrate more elaborate techniques and tricks to help you progress further.

What's included in the price?

All the tools, materials, P.P.E (safety glasses, hearing protection, apron, etc)

Free tea, coffee and Squash provided but please bring your own packed lunch.

You will need to wear work type clothes, no nylon or synthetics etc. (Jeans and T shirt most appropriate expect sparks & flames)

Also boots are preferred or good leather shoes, no open toed footwear is allowed in the forge for safety reasons.