I have been working on and off as a blacksmith for about 5 years now. I am at present working part time in Aldershot, but when I have the time I have a forge down my garden which I liike to work in. Making anything from practical tools to bits of art and jewllery. I became interested in blacksmithing because of how the metal is like a blank canvas, and with skill can be transformed into almost any shape. I love how forging is almost primal, working with the elements of earth, air, fire and water. So ancient a skill, but so timeless and magical to harness them into doing as I need.
I think that given the choice I would always like for forge pieces that are intending to be outdoors or in gardens, getting more influence from the pieces surroundings.
I am hoping that once I have saved up for a bit that I may be able to set up myself or work with another blacksmith company to improve my skills.
If anyone is interested in any of the items I have made, or would like me to make somthing for you then please don't hesitate to contact me.
Favourite Movies
Lord of the Rings, The Matrix, Count of Monte Cristo, Hogfather
Favourite TV Shows
Gundam Wing, Fullmetal Alchemist, Guiver, Bleach and Ah my Godess.
Favourite Bands / Musical Artists
Nickleback, Lost Prophets, lady Gaga, Blues Brothers, Eric Clapton, BB King
Favourite Books
The Magic Engineer, Sparhawk, Lord of the Rings, any Terry Prattchet and most Bernard Cornwall
Favourite Writers
Tolkien, Bernard Cornwall, Terry Prattchet, C.S Lewis
Favourite Games
The Total War Series, Minecraft, WoW, Dawn of War series.
Favourite Gaming Platform
P.C, Wii and Xbox
Tools of the Trade
Hammer and tongs ;)
Other Interests
I enjoy drawing anime, larp, blacksmithing, Writting stories, Stratergy games, Philosophy and history.