About this Event
Making one's own tools is the foundation of learning a skill and being able to understand fully what it takes to create something truly from scratch. Hand craftsmanship is an art form that is gaining a resurgence these days, and with focus on technology moving us forward, some of us like to keep thinking backward in terms of what matters most- building relationships with the things around us and the things we make with our hands.
This 2 day workshop will give you an understanding in how forging works- both hot and cold techniques will be covered, All the materials necessary will be provided.
Please wear a face covering to class as well as close toed shoes and cotton clothing. We will have sanitizing stations throughout the studio.
Meet the Instructor
Yori Seeger was born in Mt. Shasta and grew up in Santa Cruz, California. He has a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute in Ceramic Sculpture. In 2013, Yori and his wife Dana opened an art studio and education center called the School of Visual Philosophy in San Jose, California. He is the President and Executive Director of the School as well as teaches sculpture classes there. Yori has been published in Ceramics Monthly, exhibited his work regionally and has his work in numerous private collections. He lives in Ben Lomond, California with his family.
Education is at the heart of my practice. I am a sculptor working in media and equipment that range from iron, cement and wood to laser cutters, pedagogy and the human experience. I incorporate any and all materials that I feel are appropriate in order to convey my ideas which focus primarily on the human figure. I deconstruct, re-orient and arrange elements to forge a connection with those who view my work.
He is currently working on a series of tools made for and named after each of his family members.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
School Of Visual Philosophy, 1065 The Alameda, San Jose, United States
USD 275.00