Waterside Metal Art

Waterside Metal Art is an artist blacksmith studio located at the historic Footscray Wharf, offering hands-on workshops in creative blacksmithing and metal art. Founded by Steve Phillips after a career change inspired by studies in Belgium, the studio provides a welcoming, inclusive space where beginners can learn to work with hot steel, with all gear and instruction supplied. Operating from a council-supported arts space in Melbourne's west, they're known for their community focus, quality teaching, and vibrant creative atmosphere.