Anticlastic Forming

Michael will lead students through a series of exercises designed to teach the principles of Anticlastic Raising - moving metal from flat sheet into complex curved forms. Participants will learn how to use hammers and stakes to create compound curves and complex shapes. Students will have a short time to practice each stage in order to digest the concepts presented before moving on to the next exercise. The goal is for students to gain enough of a foundation in the session to be able to return to their own studios to practice this advanced skill at their leisure.

This workshop is appropriate for students with basic metalsmithing skills, as well as professionals.

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