Conference Demonstrators & Instructors
We’re excited to host an array of demos and educational opportunities.
Artem Marshak
Artem will be forging a sculptural piece during his demonstration at the conference.
Gabriel Craig
Gabriel will give a lecture on Detroit ironwork of the early 20th century and his search for work by Samuel Yellin.
Jennifer Petrila
Jennifer’s demonstration will focus heavily on traditional forging techniques.
Randy McDaniel
Randy McDaniel, blacksmith and author, will be giving a forging press demonstration.
Steve Rollert
Steve Rollert is a bladesmith and instructor who will be demoing his specialty – pattern welded steel.
Becky Schimpff
Becky will be instructing in the Education tent helping participants working on Level I & Level II of the Curriculum.
Doug Hayes
Doug will be giving instruction in the Beginner’s Tent for attendees 13 years old and up looking to try their hand at forging metal.
Mark Aspery
Mark will be in the Education Tent focusing his time on Level I & Level II of the ABANA National Curriculum.
Mark Sperry
Mark will be giving demos on skills required for Level III of the ABANA National Curriculum.
Sam Hayes
Sam will be assisting in the Beginner’s Tent helping first-timers and novice smiths develop their skills.
Victoria Ritter
Victoria will be in the Education Tent providing hands-on experience with the ABANA National Curriculum.