FOLKWAYS: Metal, Wood & Stone Working - Workshops & Tours
In 2024, we started a Folk Fest gathering that has grown into Eye of the Whale. The practices of metal, wood, stone working and the companion fiber, clay and plant workshops are core to our mission. This year's hands-on and tour activities offer you a way to carry forth heritage folkway practices. Roll up your sleeves!
Blacksmithing, Friday at Brickworks
FRIDAY MORNING 9-12 : Wood Froe Forging.
Utilize traditional forging techniques to forge a useful wood splitting tool that's been in use for at least 5000 years. Learn practical techniques of drawing, flattening, punching, riveting, annealing, hardening and tempering. Taught by Emmett Pearsons, Copper Droplet Forge.
Blacksmithing, Friday at Brickworks
FRIDAY AFTERNOON 1-4 : Draw Knife Forging. Utilize traditional forging techniques to forge a useful wood shaping tool that's perfect for stripping bark, thinning and smoothing material. Learn the practical techniques of drawing, flattening, tapering, annealing, hardening and tempering.
Both Friday sessions taught by
Off Grid Tools, Friday at Brickworks
FRIDAY 9-12 and 1-4 Join Guisepi Spadafora for hands-on use of old time, non-electric wood and metal tools to craft take-home projects. Treddle-powered tools are a great self-sufficiency demonstration, and are fun to use. Materials and instruction provided to make your own projects.
Copper Spoon Making, Friday at Brickworks
FRIDAY 9-12 and 1-4 Create your own copper spoon to take home using traditional tools with instruction by Kiel Sloper. These heritage metal craft skills yield an enjoyable, handcrafted kitchen tool.
Woodworking, Friday at Brickworks
Join Nic Coldren and build a xxxx mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Stone Working, Friday at Brickworks, Tour on Sat.
Join Bill and Tom mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Woodworking, Saturday Studio at Fellowshop
Join Nic Coldren ............. mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Folkways Field and Studio Visits, Saturday
Metal at Fellowshop w Vince
We specialize in capturing the unforgettable moments of your special day. Our team of skilled photographers will work with you to ensure that your wedding photography is everything you've ever dreamed of.
Wood at Fellow Shop w Nic
Our family portraits are designed to capture the unique personality and spirit of your family. We'll work with you to create a beautiful and timeless portrait that you'll cherish forever.
Many Horses Farm Tour w Guiseppi
Many Horses Farm Tour w Guiseppi
Whether you're an actor, model, or business professional, our headshots will help you stand out from the crowd. We'll work with you to create a headshot that showcases your unique style and personality.
Stone Sculpture w Tom Small
Many Horses Farm Tour w Guiseppi
From corporate events to birthday parties, we'll capture all the special moments of your event. Our team of experienced photographers will work with you to ensure that your event photography is everything you've ever wanted.
Homestead Folkways w Ally
Our nature photography captures the beauty of the world around us. From stunning landscapes to majestic wildlife, we'll help you bring a piece of nature into your home.
Seed Nursery Tour at Red Hill Farm
We offer professional photo editing services to help you enhance and perfect your photos. Whether you need minor touch-ups or major edits, our team of skilled editors will work with you to create the perfect photo.