Solid Ground Studio,
Finely crafted custom metalwork
Who are we?
Solid Ground Studio is the design-build company of Artist-Blacksmith Kate Demske. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio we specialize in hand forged custom furniture, lighting, gates and sculpture.
Kate’s portfolio includes projects throughout the region and as far away as Alaska. In her work traditional blacksmithing techniques are combined with modern tools and methods to create heirloom quality products out of forged and fabricated steel.
Working hand in hand with clients to develop innovative and beautiful solutions to their design challenges is one of things we’re best at. Have an idea? Give us a call and we’ll handle every step of the process from initial sketches though fabrication and installation.
It is our pleasure to share with you the magic of blacksmithing and to pass on the spark of joy of that is created with fire and hammer and anvil.
Come get dirty and play with fire!
Have you always wanted to try blacksmithing?
Are you looking for a new family hobby or some bonding time with your besties?
We are now offering small group classes for youth and families as well as a homeschool series and a monthly evening class for the ladies. All classes take place on the farm and include a lesson & demo of techniques and then a hands on project to make and take home. Classes are 2 1/2 hours long with a break in the middle to visit the donkeys. See below for class info, costs and registration links.
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Daisy the Donkey can’t wait to meet you!
Family Blacksmithing
Try your hand at the forge in this family class as kids and adults work together to craft simple items and get a sense for this ancient trade. This class is for kids ages 10-16 and class size will be limited to three families. The cost for the class is $200 per adult/child pair. An additional adult and/or sibling may be added for $100 each.
Saturday, March 14th > 10:00am – 12:30pmClass Full
Saturday, April 11th > 10:00am – 12:30pm
Looking for a May class? Check out the special Mother’s Day Workshop May 9th >10:00am-12:30pm
Saturday, June 13th > 10:00am – 12:30pm
We are on summer break in July and August with no regular classes scheduled. If you’d like to set up a private lesson reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
*Saturday, September 12th > 10:00am – 12:30pm
*Saturday, October 17th > 10:00am – 12:30pm
*registration links go live April 1st
Blacksmithing Basics
This small group class is an introduction to foundational blacksmithing techniques. Students will learn to flatten, taper and bend hot steel while making a useful object to take home. This class is for ages 12+ and is limited to 5 participants.
Because of its small size this class is very personalized. If you’ve taken it before & want to learn more you will have the opportunity to move on to a next level project.
The cost is $125 per student.
Siblings taking the same class session receive a 20% discount.
Saturday, March 14th > 1:30pm – 4:00pmClass Full
Saturday, April 11th > 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Saturday, May 9th > 1:30pm-4:00pm
Looking for a June class? Check out the special Father’s Day Workshop June 13th >1:30pm-4pm
We are on summer break in July and August with no regular classes scheduled. If you’d like to set up a private lesson reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
*Saturday, September 12th > 1:30 – 4:00pm
*Saturday, October 17th > 1:00pm – 4:00pm
*Registration links go live April 1st
Ladies Night at the Forge
Want to try your hand at pounding some metal in a fun supportive environment? All ladies and lady identifying folx are welcome! We will have light snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks while learning some basic blacksmithing techniques.
A Ladies Night Take Two can be arranged for those who’ve taken one class and are ready to take things to the next level.
The cost is $125 per student.
Siblings taking the same class session receive a 20% discount.
Friday, March 13th > 6:00pm-8:30pm
Friday, April 10th > 6:00pm-8:30pm
Friday, May 8th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Friday, June 12th > 6:00pm-8:30pm
We are on summer break in July and August with no regular classes scheduled. If you’d like to set up a private lesson reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
*Friday, September 11th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
*Friday, October 16th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
*Registration links for September & October go live on April 1st
Date Night
Class Full
Saturday, May 9th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Saturday, June 13th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
We are on summer break in July and August with no regular classes scheduled. If you’d like to set up a private lesson reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
*Saturday, September 12th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
*Saturday, October 17th > 6:00pm – 8:30pm
*Registration links for September and October go live on April 1st
Private Classes
Want a class just for your own group – birthday party, sibling get together, Scout troop… you get the idea.
Reach out and we’ll set something up!
Homeschool Series Youth and Family
This class is for ages 12+ and class size will be limited to 4 students.
The cost for the four class series is $500 per student if only one student is registered.
If there are 2-4 students the cost drops to $400 per student.
Family Classes are for ages 10+ and class size will be limited to 3 families.
The cost for this series is $700 for one adult/child pair, one sibling may be added for $400
If there are 2-3 families (and/or 4 or more students) registered the cost drops to $00 per adult/child pair, one sibling may be added for $350
For dates, times and more info please click here.
Blacksmithing Class Gift Certificates!
Looking for a unique present? How about a Gift Certificate? Click here to place an order!
Favorite Projects
Taking a Project from Start to Finish
Sculpture
We have a passion for sculpture! Looking for a signature piece for your garden or office? We have artworks installed in private homes, elementary schools, public parks and businesses
