Discover the Limitless Potential of Welding
Ironwood Studios provides clients with custom, original artistic pieces backed by 25 years of experience. Stacey offers a collaborative creative environment which enables clients to comfortably convey their vision. She then infuses her one of kind style and design into every piece she creates, resulting in truly bespoke pieces.
Women’s Welding Workshops at Ironwood Studios offers women a place to learn how to weld in a safe and empowering environment. Workshops are hosted in the barn on our property in the Finger Lakes region. These classes provide a country retreat and a chance to get away from it all surrounded by other adventurous women. Stacey’s approach to teaching comes from her experience as a self-taught welder/artist. Her teaching style is very relaxed, fun and non-technical. Students learn exactly what they need to know to leave with a finished piece and bragging rights for trying something new.
A Note From Stacey
"I've personally faced the physical and emotional challenges that come with being a woman in a male-dominated field. My own experiences have shown me the importance of offering a different approach to welding, both for women and clients. That's why I started Ironwood Studios with my husband Tom. We wanted to create a place where women can feel empowered, have fun with friends, meet new people, and enjoy learning a cool new skill!"
Our Vision
To offer a collaborative, creative environment which enables clients and attendees to comfortably convey their vision and fully immerse themselves in an artistic lifestyle experience.
Our Mission
To empower women through welding and create distinctive, community-driven art.
"Find Your Spark"
Ironwood Studios In the news
Welding with Purpose: Stacey Mrva Shares Her Passion for Metalworking to Empower Others
I had the pleasure of speaking with the Genesee Valley Penny Saver about my journey into metalworking and the mission behind Ironwood Studios. Our vintage barn in the Finger Lakes has become a space where women learn welding in a supportive, empowering environment. This interview captures our passion for fostering creativity, confidence, and community through metalworking.
Forging a Path in Metalwork: My Journey with Ironwood Studios
I had the incredible opportunity to join Zack Shepard, Chief Creative Officer & Partner at Howell Studios, on the very first episode of the Stories Behind the Brand podcast. We had an inspiring conversation about my journey—from an aspiring fashion designer to leading Ironwood Studios. Click below to read more!
Empowering women through the skills of welding
Spectrum News 1 spotlights Ironwood Studios in Springwater, NY, where Stacey Mrva empowers women and girls through welding workshops, teaching valuable skills and breaking gender stereotypes in the trade. Click below to read more!
Women’s Welding Workshop ~ Ironwood Studio
Check out this wonderful article highlighting the Women's Welding Workshops at Ironwood Studios Inc.
Ironwood Studios Welding Interview
I had an amazing time sitting down to chat about the Women's Welding Workshops with the very talented, Avery Shepard, aka The Tiny Trailblazer! Check out the video below!
Winners Announced in Pathstones Loan Readiness Training Series Pitch Competition
I won 2nd place in the PathStone Loan Readiness Training Series Pitch Competition. Here is the Rochester Business Journal article.
4-H UNITY Teens Join Welding Workshop
Teens from the Monroe County 4-H UNITY program at Agape Haven of Abundance visited Ironwood Studios in Springwater, NY to learn about the field of welding.
Rochester workshop paving the way for women in welding
Spectrum News 1 created a video and article highlighting our Women's Welding Workshops!
The WEDGE featured a piece on my partnership with the South Clinton Merchants Association to beautify S. Clinton Ave. Check it out!
WXXI News did a piece about my visit to the Edison Career and Technology High school’s women in welding workshop.
Historically Themed Bench Unveiling Wows at Creekside in LeRoy
The Genesee Valley Penny Saver completed this write up to highlight the ribbon cutting ceremony for the benches I created for town of LeRoy, New York.
Check out this write up from The Batavian about the benches I created for the Town of LeRoy, New York
Visit LivCo wrote a piece featuring Ironwood Studios and my custom functional & fine art.
Rochester First wrote about the statue sculpture I created honoring musician Blanche Calloway.
This is a video of the unveiling of the statue I created for Blanche Calloway!
Empowering Women in Welding
Check out my interview and spotlight from SkillHero!
