Learn foundational blacksmithing techniques while forging a custom cheese knife in Atlanta’s immersive workshop led by CORRINA SEPHORA. This hands-on course combines precision, power, and patience in a unique creative experience.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic physical ability to stand and hammer repeatedly for several hours.
Wildlife
History
Atlanta’s role as a rail hub in the 19th century bolstered artisan trades, making metalwork an important part of its industrial heritage.
Conservation
The workshop promotes sustainable craft practices by encouraging responsible material use and recycling metal scraps whenever possible.
CORRINA SEPHORA
Learn foundational blacksmithing techniques while forging a custom cheese knife in Atlanta’s immersive workshop led by CORRINA SEPHORA. This hands-on course combines precision, power, and patience in a unique creative experience.
CORRINA SEPHORA is an Atlanta-based artist and Certified Life Coach who leads hands-on metalworking and mixed-media workshops. Her studio offers practical welding, blacksmithing, and design classes for small groups and individual mentorship, combining technical instruction with creative coaching to support skill building and personal growth.
Classes include group team-building events, half-day workshops, beginning welding, beginning blacksmithing focused on kitchen tools, date-night sessions, design-and-build collaborations, and one-on-one mentoring available in person or virtually. Sessions are customizable for groups of 5–25, making them suitable for corporate events, special groups, couples, and individuals seeking focused instruction.
Instruction emphasizes safety, foundational metalworking techniques such as oxy-acetylene and MIG welding, basic forging skills, and applied design practices that let participants create functional art pieces like cell phone holders and cheese knives. Hands-on projects ensure tangible takeaways and practical skill development.
Corrina combines artistic practice with coaching methods to build team cohesion, reduce stress, and encourage creative problem solving. Flexible scheduling includes evening and weekend options for mentoring and workshops, accommodating busy participants.
The business communicates clear expectations and structured sessions tailored to skill level and group objectives. Participants leave with completed projects, improved metalworking abilities, and often enhanced group rapport. CORRINA SEPHORA’s offerings provide a reliable option for organizations and individuals in Atlanta seeking experiential learning, creative team-building, and skill-based art instruction from a trained artist and Certified Life Coach.
Group Size
5–25
Small interactive groups
Location
Atlanta, GA
Studio based in Atlanta
Certified Leader
Certified Life Coach
Artist and Certified Life Coach
Workshops Offered
7 experiences
Hands-on welding and blacksmithing classes
Book a group event, half-day class, or solo mentoring with Corrina Sephora to learn welding, blacksmithing, and creative collaboration.
Dress for safety and comfort
Wear long sleeves, jeans or cotton pants, and closed-toed shoes to protect yourself from hot sparks and debris.
Bring hydration
A water bottle is essential; forging is physically demanding and the studio can get warm.
Arrive on time
Punctuality ensures you receive full instruction and can participate safely throughout the workshop.
Ask questions
Don’t hesitate to ask about techniques or tools—the small class size allows for personalized guidance.
Work apron
Protects clothing from sparks and metal dust during forging.
Closed-toed sturdy shoes
Required for safety around hot metal and heavy tools.
Long sleeve cotton shirt
Helps shield skin from heat and sparks.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during this physically demanding workshop.