FORGIATURA METALLI NOBILI - FORGING COURSES

TEACHER : ROBERTO GIORDANI

NON FERROUS METALS FORGING COURSE
This course specifically concerns the forging of metal alloys like stainless steel, brass, aluminum, titanium and bronze. The pliant modification of a single piece of metal will be operated through the following phases:

_An accurate choice of the piece of metal, in respect of the figure that the student wants to create.

_ Definition of the stages of working

_Suitable heating techniques

-Pliability and tools to use
-Hot and cold shaping
-Riveting and welding
-Finishing and surface treatment (polishing and patinas)
The teaching method follows the techniques which has been developed by Roberto Giordani through his own experience and artistic sensitivity.

The course will take place within a well-equipped and spacious laboratory and all the tools and materials, with the necessary equipment will be provided by the organizers.

The course will last for about 40 hours that can be sorted in the following two ways:
- A single period of “full immersion” with the teacher and other students.
- Or divided into weekend of prearranged duration.