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High Schoolers Forge Art from Molten Iron | Huntsville News
Eleven Birmingham teens turned summer into steel as they forged molten iron into art at Sloss Furnaces, mastering blacksmithing and welding while earning $10/hour for 30 hours a week. Within weeks, they created stunning sculptures—dragons, religious helmets, Southern-inspired pieces—transforming raw metal into powerful personal statements. Guided by resident artist Adri Hawkins, they overcame intimidation and embraced the grit of metalworking, leaving with finished masterpieces and the chance to return. This hands-on program isn’t just teaching skills—it’s igniting a new generation of artists…
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