July 1-8, 2024
Future Casting with Iron Casters Since 2004
Creating community & art with visionaries like you while fostering collaboration, innovation & curiosity around the feral fires of iron casting.
Tentative Schedule of Events for 2024
Tuesday, July 2nd
6-8pm - On-Site Workshop - come ask questions about the available processes, bring something you want to make in iron or just come with an idea - we are here to help get you started
Wednesday, July 3rd
Sand Studio opens
6-8pm - On-Site Workshop for pattern making, scratch tiling direction or multi-part mold-making assistance - come with your questions, ideas + get to work with guidance from our volunteer artists
Thursday, July 4th
1-3pm - On-Site Workshop for pattern making, scratch tiling direction or multi-part mold-making assistance - our knowledgeable volunteers are here to help bring your idea to fruition
Iron Farmers Market art show Closing Reception at 7pm - everyone is invited to ArtHaus
Friday, July 5th
6-8pm Scoop n Scratch Experience - a sculptural ice cream social for the public - more details HERE
Sand Studio closes at 11:59pm local time
Saturday, July 6th - Pour Day
Multi-part molds banded + ready for the pour floor queue by 10am
Scratch tiles completed by 3pm
Molten metal begins around 6pm - spectator experience is free (opportunities to donate if inspired are available on site or through the Become a Sponsor section of the Registration page)
Sunday, July 7th
Clean up: the pour floor, camping areas, common areas, etc
Weigh pieces + settle up with final payment
Rendezvous at the river before hitting the road or returning to the Farm to help with clean-up
"The firmest of friendships have been formed in mutual adversity, as iron is most strongly united by the fiercest flame."
~ Charles Caleb Colton
This annual event caters to your desires to reunite with or find your iron family while sharing a wealth of diverse experience to bring your creative vision to life.
