2025 celebrated the 20th year of incorporating the CCAC Blacksmithing and Metal Arts at our Blacksmith Shop and the 40th year of Blacksmithing on Mt Hood. What a legacy!! Founded by master blacksmith Darryl Nelson, our South Summit blacksmithing shop features a large covered shop area fully equipped for several types of classes and abilities. All necessary equipment and tools are provided. We encourage you to bring your own. Your instructor will provide a specific list for all students.
We will keep you posted about Blacksmith-Metalsmithing classes for Summer 2026. If you’d like to rent or teach in our space, please email info@cascadiaart.org or go to our “Instruct With Us” page. See you Summer 2026!
Class: Forged Bamboo Desk Lamp
August 12-13, 2026, 9 am – 4 pm
This is a two-day workshop focusing on designing and forging a sculptural desk lamp inspired by the form and growth of bamboo. The class is geared toward students with intermediate forging skills who are ready to combine traditional hand forging with light fabrication techniques.
Blacksmith Week 2025
Each August, the CCAC and Meridian Forge, LLC, sponsors “Blacksmith Week.” Master blacksmiths from the region spend the week teaching classes and performing live demonstrations.
(Left- Darryl Nelson’s demonstration was a hit!)
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