Scholarships

Peters Valley is an immersive craft school located in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, NJ that provides an educational studio setting for every level of learning. This scholarship is a partnership with the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths to intentionally support underrepresented people in the field of metalworking and blacksmithing to begin or expand their practice. Peters Valley will cover 100% of tuition of 1 blacksmithing class, the materials fee, room and board for the awardee.

Transportation will be supplemented by the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths and determined on a by case basis after the scholarship is awarded

This scholarship is made possible by the Society for Inclusive Blacksmiths to increase accountability within the craft and to support diversity in the field of blacksmithing. The SIBs scholarship is available to individuals from historically marginalized groups, which includes anyone who identifies as BIPOC, LGBTQA+, female, or disabled. The SIBs scholarship is only available for blacksmithing classes and for students 18+ years old.

2 scholarships will be awarded. The recipients will have the opportunity to attend 3 blacksmithing weekend workshops of their choosing with Leslie Tharp before December 31st 2023. The cost of registration and materials are covered, as well as safety gear. The cost of travel is not included.

North House is a folk school located in downtown Grand Marais, MN with a mission to enrich lives and build community by teaching traditional northern crafts in a student-centered learning environment that inspires the hands, the heart and the mind.

This scholarship is a partnership with the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths to intentionally support underrepresented people in the field of metalworking and blacksmithing to begin their practice. North House Folk School will cover 100% tuition, materials and accommodation for the Blacksmithing: Women & Non-Binary Session SEPT 2-4th, 2022. This class is for a female, trans or non-binary individual ONLY and will be taught by Elizabeth Belz.

APPLICATION DUE: August 14th, 2022 @ 11:59PM

Course Overview

This three-day class is an introduction to forging for women, trans folks, and non-binary people. Blacksmithing is largely a male dominated field, which is why the instructor, Elizabeth is excited to offer a more femme centered class. If you have little to no experience working with steel and fire this is the perfect class for you. This class will provide an overview of the blacksmithing tradition covering: primary tools, safety precautions, coal forge management, and hands-on experience. Learn how to swing a hammer with patience and finesse so that you can taper, twist, punch, shoulder, scroll and rivet steel. Students will leave with multiple projects. Students ages 14 and up are welcome to participate.

Required Tools

Closed-toed shoes
Hair tie for long hair
All cotton clothing
Optional Tools

Any personal hand tools
PPE (gloves, eye/ear protection)

This scholarship is a partnership with the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths to intentionally support underrepresented people in the field of metalworking and blacksmithing to begin their practice. North House Folk School will cover 100% tuition and accommodation for the "Welcome to Blacksmithing!" class which runs May 10-12th with instructor Michael Jones . SIBs will provide up to $250 for travel.

ShopSpace is offering one scholarship to attend the class "Tiny Dwellings and Vessels With Paige Davis and Lucas House". This is a five day course running 10am-5pm March 11th - 15th and is open to all skill levels. Visit website for more info, and to apply please email lucashouse@yahoo.com.

In partnership with Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths (SIBS), Pratt Fine Arts Center is pleased to offer the Society for Inclusive Blacksmiths Scholarship, an award that provides a variety of educational resources, professional development opportunities, and Pratt studio access to an emerging artist in Washington State. The SIBS Scholarship supports the creation of new work and equips the artist with the tools to advance to the next level in their professional journey. It is available to individuals from a historically marginalized group (e.g., BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, female, or disabled).

The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths Scholarship will include the following:
-$1,500 credit at Pratt Fine Arts Center to apply towards class/workshop registrations in blacksmithing or
welding and related supply fees, as well as studio/equipment access fees* to be applied over the
duration of the award year, which runs September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023
-$500 materials stipend paid directly to the artist
-Master level membership at Pratt Fine Arts Center (provides studio access, discounts on classes and
supplies)
-Yearlong mentorship and guidance from the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths in preparation for a
culminating solo exhibition (optional)
-An exhibit at Pratt Gallery (optional)
-PPE (basic PPE will be provided)

The Crucible is thrilled to announce the Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths scholarship for access to our Blacksmithing Department and smithy. The scholarship will cover the full cost of a 15-hour blacksmithing class and will offer a stipend of $1,000 to cover materials fees, travel costs, and time away from work.

To be eligible, applicants must support the mission of The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths; to build a community that truly supports, encourages, and educates people regardless of constructs of race, gender, gender orientation, sexuality, or physical limitations and be seeking to improve their blacksmithing/metals skills through classes and practice.

One scholarship will be awarded for 2022. Applicant eligibility will be limited to those who have an existing arts practice of some kind and will be able to attend a full series of blacksmithing classes and labs at The Crucible during the time they are offered.

Blacksmith series for all women and non binary folks (AFAB and AMAB).

-Beginner Forge Series, March/April: Thursdays, 3/7 - 4/4

-Beginner Forge Series, April/May: Thursdays, 4/18 - 5/16

-Forge Basics: Friday, 4/19

Select the class or classes for which you would like to apply (please confirm your availability for all dates before applying)

New Agrarian school is partnering with SIBs to offer financial support to students who cannot afford to attend workshops. Please contact the school directly to explain your situation and needs. Please only request what you need so this $1000 grant can support as many people as possible.

"We welcome people of all persuasions at the school, and this year have a specifically "inclusive" workshop. Having people from diverse backgrounds, and people who might not normally participate in workshops attend the school not only benefits those students, but enriches the blacksmithing community as a whole. Diverse perspectives and experience is what makes a community alive, adaptive, and fundamentally creative."

This scholarship is available to individuals from historically marginalized groups, which includes anyone who identifies as BIPOC, LGBTQA+, female, or disabled. The SIBs Scholarship will award up to $1000 to cover class tuition and materials for a Metal Museum blacksmithing class. Scholarship funds may also support travel to and from Memphis or lodging fees during the participant’s time in Memphis. The amount of the award will be determined based on the applicant's request. You must be 18 or older to receive the scholarship.

The Carlsen Master Class Scholarship is only for students interested in taking the Master Class with Pete Braspenninx in March 2025. Only one scholarship is offered; it covers the cost of the class. This scholarship provides an opportunity for a beginning blacksmith or emerging artist to work alongside professionals in the field. This scholarship is open to anyone 18 years of age or older who is in the early stages of their education in blacksmithing. Affiliation with an accredited institution is not required. Applicants should have a basic familiarity with blacksmithing tools and processes.

We are so excited to partner with The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths to offer blacksmith/open studio scholarships for adults! We will be able to offer one scholarship per month. If you, or someone you know, is lacking the funds to experiment with this art-form, please apply! We will lottery pick a person every month and your application will be included for every pick.