The CBA has taken blacksmith education online, not just for the COVID-19 pandemic but to answer a need in this digital age. From an expanded online magazine with more content and pictures to high caliber demonstrations from champions of the blacksmithing world the CBA has updated our offerings to fulfil your needs.
If you are a member make sure to register for online demonstrations on this website to enjoy your membership discount. Look at the Events page drop-down menu (above) to find several Zoom tutorials that are being offered at the moment. Some tutorials are being offered as a series, and others as a stand-alone class. Make sure to check back for current offerings as we are continually adding to the list.
Forge-Welded Tong Class
After
a long hiatus, our amazing CBA events have restarted. Other
blacksmithing events that don’t directly benefit the organization are
also happening throughout the state. We are doing all we can to ensure
all state and county guidelines are followed to provide our members safe
opportunities to gather, forge and learn.
Roaring Camp Hammer-In just wrapped up and what a time it was!
Approximately 50 smiths from all over the state, including one new
smith from Hawaii, spent the weekend pounding steel with some
outstanding demonstrators.
Beth Holmberg spent many hours demonstrating and creating a
Railroad-themed "Charm Bracelet" that will grace the walls of Vista
Forge; meanwhile, Mark Aspery taught a crew how to forge a hacksaw
frame. Anna Bobisuthi was the lead organizer and showed hot forming of sheet metal. Let's
not forget our other talented smiths such as Jonathan Lambert, Michael
Suwczinsky and Reed Peck-Kriss who demonstrated and shared their talents
throughout the weekend.
While
Roaring Camp was happening in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Flavio Parra
Ortiz demonstrated his sculpture techniques at Vista Forge.
Weaverville Hammer-In 2021 is scheduled for late October. Grab
your space while you can as this is going to be a great event. There
are some amazing talents on the schedule including Mark Aspery, Ellen
Durkan, and many others. Head to the "Other Events" tab for more information.
Let's
not forget the long-awaited Spring Conference 2022. It's time to "Come
Together" as an organization in beautiful Petaluma, CA.
From April 21-24, CBA will feature talented demonstrators such as
Monica Coyne, Peter Braspennix, Doug Pryor, the Bushey Brothers, and our
outstanding education team. There will be hands-on forging, slide
shows, a gallery and all the unforgettable experiences of a CBA Spring
Conference. Check out the "Events" tab for additional information.
Can't make an event in person? Not to worry, our popular "live stream Zoom" events will continue. On September 16 a Level II Collaring class is scheduled with many more in the works.
Happy Forging!
