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Turn a flat steel blank into a torch-colored Alaskan keepsake in a fast-paced 2.5-hour class in Sitka. Learn CNC plasma cutting, grinding, shaping and patination while inside the only metal art workshop on the Inside Passage.
Turn a flat steel blank into a torch-colored Alaskan keepsake in a fast-paced 2.5-hour class in Sitka. Learn CNC plasma cutting, grinding, shaping and patination while inside the only metal art workshop on the Inside Passage.
The propane torch hisses, sparks catch the light, and the view through the shop’s window shows Sitka Sound rocking under a high, gray sky. Inside, steel lies flat and unremarkable until a CNC plasma cutter sings and slices out the silhouette of a king salmon; from there a tear-drop mallet and a die grinder coax the metal into a piece with curve and color.
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Operated by The Salty Sitkan - Metal Art Classes · Sitka, Alaska
The propane torch hisses, sparks catch the light, and the view through the shop’s window shows Sitka Sound rocking under a high, gray sky. Inside, steel lies flat and unremarkable until a CNC plasma cutter sings and slices out the silhouette of a king salmon; from there a tear-drop mallet and a die grinder coax the metal into a piece with curve and color.
Sitka sits on the outer edge of the Alexander Archipelago — a landscape shaped by glaciers and the Pacific Rim’s tectonic push. The town’s history is layered: Tlingit stewardship followed by Russian settlement in the 18th and 19th centuries, and a modern culture that blends Indigenous art, maritime life, and practical craft. That practical tradition shows up in this workshop: old-school shop techniques married to modern CNC tech.
Expect a hands-on, studio-style 2.5-hour class that covers plasma-cut blanks, shaping with mallets and grinders, and torch patination to add bronze, purple, and blue hues. Safety gear and tooling are provided. Pieces can be shipped home for an extra fee — useful when you’re visiting from a cruise ship and can’t carry a metal salmon through security.
Plan for close-quarters work: wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, arrive with modest expectations for heat and noise, and book early during summer cruise season. The class rewards curiosity — you’ll leave with a small, durable object that holds Sitka’s salt, color, and a little of the shop’s heat.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate: standing, light hammering and controlled use of grinders requires basic mobility and stamina.
The class is family-friendly but requires a moderate level of physical ability; check with the operator for younger participants and supervision requirements.
Yes — the workshop supplies required PPE (eye, ear and respiratory protection) and all tooling used during the class.
Yes — shipping of the finished project is available for an additional fee; arrange payment and address details with the workshop staff.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time; last-minute cancellations (within 24 hours) are generally non-refundable.
Sitka was a major Tlingit settlement before becoming the capital of Russian America; traces of Indigenous carving and Russian-era buildings appear throughout town.
The Inside Passage’s marine ecosystems rely on salmon runs and clean water; small operations here emphasize minimizing metal waste and offering local shipping to reduce visitor footprint.
The Salty Sitkan - Metal Art Classes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The propane torch hisses, sparks catch the light, and the view through the shop’s window shows Sitka Sound rocking under a high, gray sky. Inside, steel lies flat and unremarkable until a CNC plasma cutter sings and slices out the silhouette of a king salmon; from there a tear-drop mallet and a die grinder coax the metal into a piece with curve and color.
The propane torch hisses, sparks catch the light, and the view through the shop’s window shows Sitka Sound rocking under a high, gray sky. Inside, steel lies flat and unremarkable until a CNC plasma cutter sings and slices out the silhouette of a king salmon; from there a tear-drop mallet and a die grinder coax the metal into a piece with curve and color.
Sitka sits on the outer edge of the Alexander Archipelago — a landscape shaped by glaciers and the Pacific Rim’s tectonic push. The town’s history is layered: Tlingit stewardship followed by Russian settlement in the 18th and 19th centuries, and a modern culture that blends Indigenous art, maritime life, and practical craft. That practical tradition shows up in this workshop: old-school shop techniques married to modern CNC tech.
Expect a hands-on, studio-style 2.5-hour class that covers plasma-cut blanks, shaping with mallets and grinders, and torch patination to add bronze, purple, and blue hues. Safety gear and tooling are provided. Pieces can be shipped home for an extra fee — useful when you’re visiting from a cruise ship and can’t carry a metal salmon through security.
Plan for close-quarters work: wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, arrive with modest expectations for heat and noise, and book early during summer cruise season. The class rewards curiosity — you’ll leave with a small, durable object that holds Sitka’s salt, color, and a little of the shop’s heat.