Nate Weiss

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Hailing from south central Pennsylvania, Nate Weiss is a metalsmith whose passion for metalwork began as a teenager. Gathering an education from craft schools such as Penland, Touchstone, and Peters Valley, Nate has been able to work as a professional metalsmith for several years. Working a broad range of jobs – from architectural ironwork, to goldsmithing – has allowed Nate to cultivate a unique skillset, the influences of which are seen in his work. Focusing on traditional forging techniques, with an interest in benchwork, Nate’s aim is to create one of a kind objects that invoke a sense of wonder and are meant to be passed on.

Workshops

Measuring Tools for the Blacksmith

In this three day class, you will learn to make your own measuring tools while leveling up your forging skills. A broad variety of skills will be covered from very […]

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Beginning Blacksmithing

In this introductory course, you will learn the basics of blacksmithing. Using ancient techniques like tapering, drawing out, bending, hot cutting, punching, and beveling, participants can expect to acquire enough […]

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