Tas-Blacksmiths

24/06/2024

Hi!!! I have 1 space that has just become available
For next weekends course. Last one we are running this winter

Pete Mattila is a fine artist and sculptor. Trained as a blacksmith and welder, with a Masters Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Tasmania, his works have been acquired by collections all over the world. He has been featured in a variety of publications, and has taught his craft in both the....

02/06/2024

https://www.discovertasmania.com.au/off-season/local-experts/heavy-metalwork-with-pete-mattila/

Forging connections between art and the environment happens naturally for artist and industrial blacksmith Pete Mattila.

08/12/2023

Hi All! We will be hosting a number of unique workshops this year. Everything from bloom making..smelting iron ore to then forge to smith and striker workshops.. as well as inviting other masters in to demo. These workshops are all hands insightful and a great way to learn and walk away with something they have made. —-> check it out. All will be live for ticketing by the end of this weekend. Limited spaces. For more info e-mail [email protected]

04/11/2023

Hi folks! —-> new dates for knife making workshops
The weekend workshop is opening to all levels of making … 4 people per weekend.. in the course you forge 2 knives.. a mono steel blade and a Damascus pattern welded blade.. we also cover heat-treated and sharpening ✨✨✨

Learn the fundamentals of Damascus steel knife-making with Pete Mattila. Forge a series of small blades at this weekend course in Hobart.

17/09/2023

27/08/2023

https://centerformetalarts.org/exploring-the-2023-cambria-iron-conference-with-patrick-quinn/?fbclid=IwAR2mZmPDQbj7HzE-5GnqMY2VSKIDeNiFhc_POMALvnPmG8wLHxydde0mITQ_aem_AUjUnbudIVs9NfTy-dkUk-AxFvAichQQxNpT0W5RsUz3uv_TWDRMjGkPC9P4zDP00g0&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Exploring the 2023 Cambria Iron Conference with Patrick Quinn by Yamila Audisio The third edition of the Cambria Iron Conference will take place on September 16th, 2023 at the Center […]

04/06/2023

21/05/2023

💥NEW WORSHOP DATES💥

Blacksmithing courses. Knife making courses. Advanced knife-making course. Tool making courses. In Hobart, Tasmania, Australia in 2023.

21/05/2023

https://www.broadsheet.com.au/tasmania/art-and-design/article/sculptor-pete-mattila-fuses-tassies-industrial-history-its-ancient-geological-past

In his Battery Point studio, where the River Derwent is almost at his front door, Pete Mattila combines innovation with tradition. In partnership with Tourism Tasmania, we take a visit to Mattila's studio.

26/11/2022

Workshop dates available ✨✨✨

12/07/2022

Blacksmithing class this July 23rd-24th
Intro into toolmaking! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/introduction-into-tool-making-july-2022-tickets-223928284527?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

04/04/2022

Hi Hi!!! Tool making workshop April 30th-May 1st

https://www.petemattila.com/new-events/tool-making-apr-may-2022

Learn a new skill in April-May 2022. Explore the fundamentals of hand-forging at this intensive weekend blacksmithing course.

27/03/2022

Hi Hi!! We still have an availability for next weekends course!! —> we forge 2 blades, 1 mono steel the other a Damascus (pattern welded blade) grinding, sanding and heat treatment. We then are lead by Mark through sharpening blades properly.
Check it out—>

Hi!!!! 1 spot has just become available in next weekends course!!! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-blacksmiths-blades-introduction-into-knife-making-apr-2022-tickets-223808706867?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

26/03/2022

Incalculable value.

Learn the fundamentals of hand-forging at this intensive weekend course at Pete Mattila's waterfront studio in Hobart, Tasmania.

25/03/2022

Hi!!!! 1 spot has just become available in next weekends course!!! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-blacksmiths-blades-introduction-into-knife-making-apr-2022-tickets-223808706867?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

07/12/2021

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/mattila-studio-20172331749

Pete Mattila is a fine artist and sculptor. Trained as a blacksmith and welder, with a Masters Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Tasmania, his works have been acquired by collections all over the world. He has been featured in a variety of publications, and has taught his craft in both the....

07/12/2021

https://www.petemattila.com/events
^^^New workshop dates available ^^^

26/10/2021

‘Offerings’ is currently on display at the ART FARM at birches bay. If your in Tas stop by for a visit!
Thanks for checking it out, Pete Mattila

27/09/2021

Hi!! The feedback from the workshops/classes has been great!!
I have decided to run more through the summer.! Here is the link to some of the new dates. Check it out!! and feel free to share ⚡️ Thanks -Pete

Sign up for events including blacksmithing workshops and classes with Pete Mattila, get notified about open studio dates, and more.

02/07/2021

Get excited, because the Dunoon BBQ, Blues and Beers is back on! It’s now being held on Saturday 31 July.

First up will be the amateur BBQ competition, with craft beers will be on tap, and the bar open from 10am.

Entries are now open for the BBQ competition.
Comp rules and other details are on the Club website.
Contact the Club to enter by 21 July at [email protected].

Come and support our competitors, and stay for an amazing New Orleans-style feed from 5pm. (Food from the BBQ competition will not be available to consume).

Save some energy for the OPEN SEASON BAND, starting at 7pm.

Tickets are $10 members/ $15 non-members. https://www.trybooking.com/BRNWV