Welcome to the Central Ohio School of Metalwork.
Where you’ll learn how to channel your inner metalworker.
Upcoming Classes & Events
If you don’t know what class you’re looking for, or what to give as a gift for that blacksmith inclined person in your life, we have the answer right here, GIFT CARD!!!
Celebrate Star Wars Day with us. Cast pewter Star wars figures with us to attach to a painted background. All of the supplies will be here for you to use to create your own diorama.
This is open to the whole family ages 10 and up. 1 project per registration.
Wear natural fiber clothing and close toed shoes. You can bring safety glasses and ear plugs if you have them or we can provide you with them for no additional fee.
All Classes are 6PM-10PM
Led By Ashley Shaw
Using the forge, tongs & hammer in addition to basic grinding and hardening techniques you’ll learn how to forge a one piece, integral blacksmith knife. You will forge this knife from 1095 high carbon steel. In this one night class you’ll make a functional knife perfect for Everyday Carry.
To start this project you will draw out the handle and forge your blade. Once you’re happy with the shape we will help you finish your chopper by showing you how to grind the face of the blade and harden to better keep an edge. A combination of basic bladesmithing and blacksmithing skills make this a great class for beginners.
Ashley Shaw is a bladesmith and blacksmith with over 15 years experience and training in both historical and modern techniques. A Forged in Fire runner-up, Ashley enjoys sharing his love of the craft with others through teaching.
Classes are 16 years of age and up. for younger students please contact us for private instruction.
Wear natural fiber clothing and close toed shoes. You can bring safety glasses and ear plugs if you have them or we can provide you with them for no additional fee.
Open Studio is from 5PM-8PM unless otherwise stated.
We have started offering Open Studio hours the first Thursday of every month. If you have taken any of our classes or have some previous blacksmithing experience (self taught or at another school) and have emailed us in advance (info@cosommetalwork.com) you’re invited to work alongside our artists on your own projects.
This is a great way to get some practice without having to buy your own equipment. Adlai will be around checking up with students to offer any guidance they may need but please come prepared to get yourself started without instruction.
In addition to the Studio being open during this session we will also have our Gallery open to the public free of charge. Stop by to pick up handcrafted goods created by our artists.
Wear natural fiber clothing and close toed shoes. You can bring safety glasses and ear plugs if you have them or we can provide you with them for no additional fee.
All Classes are 6PM-9PM unless otherwise stated.
A class just for martial artists and cosplayers. You will forge a kunai from 1075 carbon steel. You will learn to forge the bevels, drift the hole and optionally you can turn it into a bottle opener by punching the tab for the bottle opener, you will then harden the blade and grind to final shape. This is a unique beginner class that we think you will enjoy.
Classes are 16 years of age and up. for younger students please contact us for private instruction.
Wear natural fiber clothing and close toed shoes. You can bring safety glasses and ear plugs if you have them or we can provide you with them for no additional fee.
Join us for this new class, Forging aa unique steel hook board for hanging your leashes and keys. You can choose between cat and dog shaped hooks. You will learn skills and techniques for forging, texturing, riveting and more.
Classes are 16 years of age and up. for younger students please contact us for private instruction.
Wear natural fiber clothing and close toed shoes. You can bring safety glasses and ear plugs if you have them or we can provide you with them for no additional fee.
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About COSOM
Our skilled instructors are ready to share their knowledge with aspiring metalworkers and artists alike.
Visit Us
You will find us in our new space located at 1376 River St. in Columbus, Ohio