Open Studio by appointment ($25/hr: two hr minimum)


Please note:  In order to sign up for Open Studio Time you must have taken my Beginning Ornamental Welding class.  Please contact Mimi directly to schedule Open Studio time. 


A short demonstration / discussion (and quick test) on the tools you would like to use for your specific project is required.  I will be available for occasional consultation but this is not a class, you must be able to work independently.  Private Instruction is available if you would like in depth demonstrations or individualized help on a specific project.  Although it is not necessary, it is helpful to give me an idea of what you want to make, that way I can make sure everything you want to use is ready for you project.


OPEN STUDIO TOOLS & EQUIPMENT (INCLUDED AT HOURLY RENTAL RATE)

*110v MIG welders (flux core)

*chop saw

*bench grinder

*angle grinder (with hard wheel)

*drill press

*cordless drill

*bench vices 

*oxygen acetylene cutting torch

*various pickle forks

*various jigs (mostly scroll)

*hosfeld type bender

*ring roller (1/4” x 1”) capacity

*1/2” 3/4” 1” tubing bender

*hydraulic press (bamboo)

*metal working & metal design books to  

  browse


SPECIALIZED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT (ADDITIONAL CHARGE)                               

*110v MIG welder (gas) - add $5 per hour

*small propane forge - add $10 per hour

(anvil, tongs & hammers available)

*various sandpaper discs - $1.50 per

*stainless steel MIG welding - $ add $10 per hour

                                                  

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Please note: I do not have a shear to cut sheet metal or a brake to bend sheet metal.


I will provide a limited selection of steel for students to purchase.  However, it is a good idea to purchase your own steel if you want to make a larger project or have a specific type / shape of steel in mind for your project.


PERSONAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

· Leather gloves (no fabric on back of fingers or hand) (light weight gloves are fine)

· Heavy 100% cotton shirt or jacket (sweatshirt or jeans jacket OK)

· Long Pants: jeans or heavy cotton (no cuffs, not gathered at ankle, no frayed hems)

· Leather boots or shoes-ankle height preferable.

· Long hair should be tied back.


Please wear old clothing as welding sparks will damage your clothing. If you wear glasses when reading bring them along.  Private instruction by appointment. Please be prepared to get dirty. Bring water and food, there are no vending machines or eateries nearby.  Class is in an unheated/air-conditioned studio Dress appropriately.


*welding is a learned art which requires patience and practice. Please be prepared to have fun!