Forged from Fire
The Making of the Blacksmiths’ Tree
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Forged from Fire tells the story of how an Australian and international community of blacksmiths, welders, artists and volunteers responded to the devastating Black Saturday bush-fires by creating perhaps the most ambitious public artwork and memorial in Australia – a three tonne, 9.8-meter tall stainless steel and copper gum tree – The Blacksmiths’ Tree.
Duration: 60 Minutes
Director: Andrew Garton
A production of Secession Films.
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Forged from Fire is an independtly produced and distributed film. Screenings are being coordinated through a volunteer driven community outreach campaign. Watch our film at a screening event near you or contact us about organising one yourself.
Host a screening
Communities across Australia may host their own screening of Forged from Fire. Find out how. All screenings are supplied with a Screening Guide prepared by staff and students from the Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Swinburne University of Technology.
Classes of All Levels
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Glaze Making
April 12th
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Testimonials
I had a chance tonight to look at Forged from Fire and want to congratulate all involved, in creating a film of such sincerity, engagement and, truly, radiance.
Expert Instructors
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Jessica Chapman
Wheel Throwing
Tyler Almada
Hand Building
Nilson Smith
Sculture
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