Weekend workshop

Welding isn’t just a skill — it’s a creative outlet. If you love the idea of learning something new, this weekend workshop is for you. Ideal for beginners and welders alike, this hands-on session teaches you to explore, experiment, and bring a metal sculpture to life. No previous experience required.
Saturday + Sunday 9am - 5pm
All tools, materials & safety gear provided

C$595.00
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Next Class Dates

June 6-7

June 13-14 
only 2 spots left!

June 27-28
only 2 spots left!
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Build skills for a lifetime

Explore the world of welding and metal sculpture
Whether you have prior experience or have never welded before, learn to sculpt in metal and by Sunday afternoon, you’ll head home with your own finished metal sculpture—and a set of seriously satisfying new skills.

Learn the essentials

You’ll learn MIG welding, plasma cutting, bending, grinding, and shaping metal—plus how to use every tool safely and confidently.  Use of all tools and safety gear included.

Hands-on

Small class sizes (4-5 students) and two full days in the studio = plenty of one-on-one guidance and hours of hands-on practice with the tools and artistic techniques.

Your own sculpture

Start with a small practice piece, then make your own sculpture from one of our designs - practicing your new skills and expressing your creativity.
*Participants must be 18 or older to attend the workshop alone. Those aged 14 to 17 need an accompanying adult who is also participating in the workshop. All participants must sign a liability waiver before starting.
**We provide weld jackets and helmets, safety glasses, gloves, masks, and hearing protection. During the workshop, please wear cotton long-sleeve shirts, long pants, and close toed shoes like work boots or running shoes.
Heron - Weekend Course

Take Home Your Own Sculpture

After learning the tools and making a small starter piece, pick from four designs made to reinforce your skills.
You’ll head home with a sculpture you made from scratch.
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Course Dates

May  9-10   Sold Out
May 23-24    Sold Out
June 6-7     4 spots left
June 13-14     2 spots left
June 27-28     2 spots left
July
July 18-19     Available
July 25-26    2 spots left
August
August 8-9    Available
August 15-16    Available
August 29-30    Available
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Where the heck is Harrington? Closer than you think!
Heads up: artistic welding is hands-on and physically active. Expect to spend time on your feet, reaching, handling tools like hammers and tin snips, and operating equipment such as handheld grinders, plasma cutters, and weld wands. We’ll kick things off with a thorough safety walkthrough and detailed instruction on how to use all tools and machines properly. Fume extractors help keep dust and fumes from plasma cutting, welding, and grinding under control—but let’s be real, metalworking is gritty by nature. A little dirt comes with the territory!

Rich Baker and the Artistic Welding Classes are sponsored in part by Lincoln Electric Canada. A world leader in design and manufacture of arc welding products. lincolnelectric.com
Refund Policy
Due to the small class size and the amount of preparation involved, all bookings are final.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations or no-shows.
Please be sure you can attend before registering—each spot is limited, and your booking helps cover materials, planning, and studio time.
If something urgent comes up, you're welcome to transfer your spot to a friend—just let me know in advance.
Thanks for understanding and supporting independent artists!