ABANA Members in Action
The people who make up the membership of the Artist-Blacksmith’s Association of North America are talented, curious individuals with a wide range of interests and backgrounds. As we celebrate 50+ years in the blacksmithing community, we want to shine a spotlight on the ABANA members and share the stories that make this community so great!
Chelsea Brimer
Kansas, USA
Chelsea Brimer spends her days at a children’s farmstead dispelling stereotypes, sharing her joy for the craft, and connecting with the community.
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Gabriel Craig
Michigan, USA
Using, Samuel Yellin, Metalworker, as a guide Gabriel has spent about a year attempting to track down Yellin pieces in his native Detroit.
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Robb Gunter
New Mexico, USA
Robb was awarded the prestigious Bealer Award at the ABANA 50th Anniversary Celebration & Blacksmithing Conference in 2024.
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Want to Join In?
If you’ve ever considered joining ABANA, or if your membership has lapsed for a while, now is a great time to sign up! Membership comes with a variety of perks including both of our quarterly publications, The Anvil’s Ring and Hammer’s Blow, you’ll receive our monthly e-newsletter, discounts at select vendors, as well as discounts on select merchandise, online classes, and conferences, plus you’ll be supporting the largest community of blacksmiths and enthusiasts in North America!
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Know a Member in Action?
Do you know an ABANA member with an interesting story or project to tell? Drop us a line at socialmedia@abana.org and we’ll take it from there!