I visited the Bolder Metalsmithing Associations Open House for their new studio on the north side of Boulder, Friday, April, 4th. BoMA has recently located at a space that has been equipped with a wide range of tools for members to use. From forging tools to Flex Shafts as well as larger equipment that is accessible to members whenever they need it. BoMA even opens their doors once a month and offers a Community Open Studio for non-members to come and create with like minded individuals. Not to mention all the workshops and classes that are held at their location. However, for the Opening all tools and equipment were tucked away to make room for Members to display their pieces. There was a wide variety of styles and techniques represented by all the artists showing their work.
My favorite part of the night (besides the live Bluegrass band) was the table of live demos that included processes such as Enameling, Fold Forming as well as Chasing and Repousse. All of the craftspeople working at the demo table were open to questions and very welcoming to everyone’s inquiries. All in all it was a wonderful evening that was filled with an excited energy. I was sent home with that encouraging feeling that makes me go straight to work on my own projects.
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