Bio/History

1985-Present: 29 years metalworking experience

1996-Present: 18 years sole proprietor of the Orcas Island Forge working on architectural blacksmithing projects from in-house designs and collaborating on large scale projects with other contemporary blacksmith shops.

1996-Present: 18 years industrial fabrication, structural steel, heavy equipment repair , sawmill general maintenance, mill wright, marine welding, and dock repair.

1995: M.F.A. Blacksmithing Degree, S.I.U. Carbondale

1989-Present: Extensive shop technician, teaching assistant, demonstrating and teaching experience  with: SIU Carbondale, Penland School of Crafts, National Ornamental Metal Museum, Peters Valley Craft Center, Appalachian Craft Center, Haystack Mountain School.

1989: B.F.A. Metal Smithing Degree, Parsons School of Design

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