Welding Classes in Portland, Oregon

If you dream of working with metal, start here. PDX Artisan offers art welding classes and metalworking workshops at Past Lives Makerspace in Portland—designed for beginners, hobbyists, and experienced makers alike.

Find a Metalworking Class
Find a Metalworking Class

Hands-on Metalworking Classes and Workshops.

These aren’t lecture-heavy classes or trade school programs. They’re hands-on, project-based sessions where you’ll create sculptures with pre-cut components and guided instruction. Classes are held at Past Lives Makerspace in inner S.E. Portland.

Project-Based Classes

No prior experience needed. Just show up ready to play with metal. We’ll provide all the instructions, tools, materials, and protective gear. You’ll leave with new skills and something tangible to show for it.

  • Learn core welding and metalworking techniques

  • Work with real tools in a fully equipped shop

  • Build a finished piece you can take home

Class Examples Include:

Make a Zoo Animal

Make a Hanging Bat

Make a Valentine Heart

Holiday-Themed Classes

Class Schedule
Class Schedule

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New classes are added all the time, so keep an eye on the class schedule at Past Lives Makerspace in S.E. Portland. Past Lives is Portland’s biggest makerspace, including a fully equipped metalworking shop for blacksmithing, forging, and welding.

Past Lives Makerspace
2808 SE 9th Ave
Portland OR 97202

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Find a Metalworking Class
Find a Metalworking Class

  • "My welding class with Jacqueline was super fun. Lots of hands-on instruction. And I made a cool metal art piece to keep. I'll definitely be taking more classes."

    Amy S.

  • "I'd never welded before, and not only got a great introduction, but I also made something I totally love. A friend and I took the class together and the experience was incredible."

    Karamy M.