Why is blacksmithing important?
Blacksmithing opens doors for many careers. After I completed an internship at Wētā Workshop in New Zealand, I realized my passion for creating metal props for movies. But blacksmiths can be many things, including content creators, craftsmen, instructors, welders or builders, to name a few.
How has the club evolved?
A local blacksmithing group donated tools to get us started, but as our membership grew, we became officially recognized by the university and developed an extensive safety program that everyone must adhere to before they can hit metal. Looking forward, our 50-plus members need space on campus to thrive even further.
How do members learn the art?
We access the blacksmithing community through shows and conferences, including a large annual event at Steephollow Forgeworks in Bryan. We also host classes with Cowboy Szymanski, a bladesmith in Bellville, Texas, who is a former champion from the History Channel’s “Forged in Fire” TV show.
What should people know about blacksmithing?
Everything a blacksmith makes starts as a block of iron or steel. Everything is shaped by swinging the hammer. It takes incredible attention to detail to make anything worthwhile.
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