The Blackfoot Valley's News Source Since 1980
The Blackfoot Valley's News Source Since 1980
One of the visiting blacksmiths works on decorative curl.
blacksmiths wait for metal to heat in a coal forge. Unlike more modern propane forges, traditional coal forges outfitted with hand cranked blowers provide smiths with better control over where and how they can heat metal, which allows them to work on with more precision.
Russel Evertz evaluates work the work of novice blacksmith Timothy Pocha.
Matt Taylor works on creating one of the basic tools used by blacksmiths. As blacksmiths learn more advanced techniques they have the ability to forge their own custom made tools for specific tasks.
Matt Taylor takes a closer look at his work.
An NRBA member welds pieces of a decorative wrought iron gate. The intricately designed gate is an ongoing group project for members of the NRBA,
Scott Hall grinds down a rough spot on the gate.
Members of the Northern Rockies Blacksmith Association came to Jason Valler's shop in Lincoln for their fall conference from Sept. 15-17. The conference was an oppeortuntiy for new blacksmiths to learn the craft and for members to practice and refine their skills.
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