Sculptural Lighting: Steel Candlesticks

This workshop focuses on the creation of a pair of sculptural metal candlesticks, combining functional design with metalworking techniques. Students will learn essential skills in cutting, shaping, welding, and finishing metal, using various shaping tools to craft their own unique pieces. The class will begin with an introduction to working with mild steel, followed by demonstrations of key metalworking techniques. Students will then create initial sketches and experiment with different forms by constructing chipboard prototypes of their candlesticks. 

By the end of the workshop, students will have completed a pair of functional, handcrafted metal candlesticks. This class is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience in metalworking, offering practical skills and a solid foundation in working with steel.

Students should bring:

• Steel, aluminum, or composite toe leather boots. No mesh or open toed shoes.

• Cotton pants and cotton long sleeve shirts. No shorts or short sleeves.

• Drinking bottle

• Notepad and pencil

• Leather work gloves

• Material to pack up your project

Class fee: $650

Materials fee: $150

Annalisa Barron bio