Upcoming Events
Independence Day Celebration
Join Adam’s Forge this Independence Day as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence with an afternoon of fire, steel, and family-friendly fun!
Put your skills to the test in our Tomahawk Throwing Competition and Blacksmith Drawing Competition, try your hand at making mini swords, and be there for the exciting debut of our newly revamped Letter Opener!
That's not all! The winners of our competitions will each receive a $250 Adam’s Forge Gift Card!
Throughout the event, enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks, meet our talented instructors, and explore a special showcase featuring some of the incredible work being forged by our amazing volunteers.
Stop by, bring your friends and family, and help us celebrate 250 years of American independence the best way we know how: around the forge! Admission is completely FREE!
Lotería XII, Annual Group Show, Cactus Gallery
La Lotería is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to bingo, that uses images on a deck of cards instead of plain numbers. There are 54 images; each has a name and an assigned number. The cards are very colorful and the imagery on them is broadly recognized in all of Mexico, other Latin American countries, as well as European nations.
The most recognized version of La Lotería is the “Don Clemente Gallo” rendition which was introduced in Mexico in 1887 by the French businessman, Don Clemente Jacques. The owners today own the registered trademark and have continued this version through 3 generations with the original artwork remaining the same.
Opens online July 18, 2026
For pre-sale info, please contact Sandra.
Interested in peeking at Loteria works from previous shows?
2015 Loteria show: https://cactusgallery.blogspot.com/2015/02/
2016 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-ii-group-show
2017 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-iii-2017
2018 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-iv-2018
2019 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-v-group-show
2020 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-vi-2020
2021 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-vii-2021
2022 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-viii-2022
2023 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-ix-2023
2024 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-x-2024
2025 Loteria show: https://cactusgalleryla.com/collections/loteria-xi-2025
National Craft Open Studios Weekend
Save the date: National Craft Open Studios Weekend!
I am excited to participate in the American Craft Council’s National Craft Open Studios Weekend, taking place July 18-19, 2026. Studio tour at Heather McLarty’s teepee wonderland in Highland Park will be open 12 p.m.–5 p.m. on both days, so come by to see us metalsmiths in action, shop my whimsical jewelry and get a glimpse into my process and inspiration.
The Rotary Art Show, Sherman Oaks
This show features fine artisanal art and crafts including painting, ceramics, photography, sculpture, mixed media, textiles, woodworking, metal sculpting, printmaking, furniture and jewelry. All art is original artwork created by the artist representing their work.
Library Fundraiser, Sierra Madre Art Fair
The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library Art Fair welcomes fine and emerging artists specializing in original paintings, drawings, pottery, sculpture, wood, metal, glass, textiles, photography, jewelry and more.
Join us at the beautiful Sierra Madre Memorial Park, enjoy art outdoor, and bid at the Library Fundraising Silence Auction for the for a chance to win some art donated by artist vendors!
Ongoing Metalsmithing Classes
Driven by curiosity and built on community, this is where ideas meet proper execution. Let’s create something meaningful together.