We’re excited to have you join our creative community! Our goal is to make sure your experience here is fun, safe, and inspiring. Please take a few minutes to read through these studio guidelines before you begin working. If you have any questions, just ask your instructor.

Safety First

• Required: Safety glasses and closed-toe shoes at all times.

• Hair: Long hair must be tied back while working.

• Clothing: Wear natural fibers (cotton, wool, linen) and avoid synthetics. Aprons made from natural fibers are encouraged. *We have denim aprons available for purchase.

• If you’re unsure how to use something, stop and ask—we’re always happy to help.

Studio Care & Cleanliness

• Leave your workspace cleaner than you found it.

• Use the last 15 minutes of class or open studio to clean and return tools.

• This is a shared space, so we all pitch in to keep it tidy.

Tools & Equipment

• Tools are for in-studio use only—never take them home or store them in lockers or benches.

• Tool color codes:

  • Teal: General studio use

• Report damaged or broken tools immediately.

• As a small studio, individuals may be held financially responsible for damage.

Food & Drinks

• No eating in the studio workspace—it’s unsafe and unsanitary.

• Eating is welcome in the kitchen area only.

• Waste and recycle bins are located by the back door.

Resource Conservation & Recycling

• Start class with a clean shop towel and place it in the dirty bin after use.

• Shop towels are for cleaning metal and surfaces; paper towels are for handwashing.

• Use city recycling bins for paper, plastic, and metal cans.

• Place clean metal scraps (no glue or paper) in the dedicated scrap bin.

Injuries & Incidents

• If you get hurt or notice unsafe conditions, tell your instructor or shop monitor immediately.

• Safety is always our top priority.

Phone & Recording Policy

• Video or audio recording of lessons or demos is not allowed.

• Bring a notebook and pen for taking notes.

• Still photography may be allowed—ask your instructor first.

Cancellations & Refund Policies (Please read before registering)

At Flame & Form Metals Studio + Gallery, our classes are intentionally kept small to provide personalized instruction and a quality hands-on learning experience. Your registration reserves a space in class, and instructors, studio time, equipment, and materials are arranged in advance.

Student Cancellations

• 14 or more days before class: You may request a transfer to another available class or workshop, subject to approval and availability. A $48 administrative fee applies to changes requested by the student.

• Less than 14 days before class: Registrations are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class or converted to a credit.

• Last-minute cancellations and no-shows: No refunds, credits, or class substitutions will be issued for personal scheduling conflicts, travel plans or changes, illness, or failure to attend.

Transferring Your Registration to Another Person

If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another person. Please notify the studio in advance and provide the replacement student’s contact information. A $48 administrative fee applies to changes requested by the student.

Missed Classes (Multi-Session Courses Only)

We understand that life happens! If you miss a class, you may use our scheduled Studio Lab/Open Studio hours to catch up on your project, provided your make-up session takes place within one week of your course end date.

Studio Lab hours are self-guided and do not include instructor-led teaching or demonstrations. Private instruction may be arranged for an additional fee, subject to instructor availability.

Class Cancellations by Flame & Form

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a class due to insufficient enrollment, instructor availability, or unforeseen circumstances. If Flame & Form cancels a class, students will be offered the choice of a tuition credit for a future class or workshop, or another appropriate arrangement.

Please plan accordingly: By completing your registration, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these cancellation and transfer policies.

Thank you for supporting our small, independent teaching studio and creative community!

Community & Accessibility Policies

At Flame & Form Metals Studio, we are committed to creating a welcoming, respectful, and collaborative environment for all members of our community. We strive to provide a safe and supportive space where every student can focus on learning and creating.

Because metalsmithing involves the use of tools, torches, heavy equipment, and standing workstations, we ask that students inform us in advance of any physical limitations that may affect access to workbenches, soldering stations, or studio equipment. This allows us to determine how best to support your participation. The Studio reserves the right to determine whether reasonable accommodations can be made within the limitations of the facility and equipment. We cannot guarantee that all areas of the studio are fully accessible.

If you have language considerations that may impact your ability to fully understand technical instruction, please let us know prior to registration so we can discuss whether the class format will meet your needs. Our main instructor is 100% bilingual( English/Spanish) so please feel free to communicate with us in Spanish if needed.

Before registering, we encourage you to:

• Speak directly with Laura Q to schedule a brief assessment conversation.

• Email us at info@flame-formstudio.com to discuss any questions or concerns.

Our goal is to ensure that every student is placed in a class environment where they can safely and successfully engage with our instruction methods.