The December 2005 meeting of the guild was held on the 17^th at the American College of the Building Arts (http://www.buildingartscollege.us/) at the old Charleston Naval Shipyard.  Jay Close, Professor of Decorative Ironwork at the College and former Journeyman blacksmith at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation demonstrated for the group.

Jay Close drawing out a taper for an S-hook.

Another picture of Jay drawing out the taper for the S-hook.

Jay heating a piece of steel at the forge with Mr. Simmons looking on.

Some of the attendees admiring Jay's work.

The ravenous lunch crowd.

Mr. Simmons always likes to test out the anvils.

Photos courtesy of Ed Tinsley and Barry Myers.