Gorgeous work coming from the Straffan Forge Collective in the Black Walnut studio. #Repost @baker_studios with @use.repost ・・・ New batch of coppermascus pettys, 52100 core, quilted maple and leather handles.

Unique Handy-Human Opportunity for Housing & Workshop Space at ARQBarn Seeking a live-in skilled tradesperson for communal living and/or workshop space in a unique and expressive rural arts community, ARQ Barn. Handy-person is expected to contribute 25-35 hours per month at individuals own scheduling on pre-identified property repairs and improvements in exchange for residential studio space (Grapevine Studio - 850sq feet) ($125/month utilities not included); and option of additional personal work studio. Hours can be condensed into one week, or spread throughout the month, with flexibility to help with emergencies or immediate repairs as needed. Seeking someone experienced in leading and completing projects independently and collaboratively, with skills in: general carpentry (timber framing would be a plus!), exterior painting, some experience with trouble-shooting basic electric and plumbing issues, and openness to taking on other projects as identified. ARQ includes 16 studios across six former agricultural buildings in Mecklenburg, and includes artists and tradespeople of many mediums. The Handy-Human position is a work-for-housing exchange agreement for helping with regular repairs, studio improvements, weatherproofing, and creative problem solving. More details & application link in bio or at arqbarn.com/reflections

#Repost @forged_poet with @use.repost ・・・ Second session at Forge Cellars in Hector on Seneca Lake. Please join us to hear poetry in a cultivated setting, to read your own poetry or someone else’s you love, and drink fine wine. We are lucky enough to have two accomplished guests joining us to read their work! McKenzie Jones, musician, singer songwriter & Jay Leeming - published author, performance storyteller, and podcaster. More details to come!