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D D's avatar

When I saw ornamental ironwork, I thought of Dylan who has made some of the coolest iron fences and artwork ever!

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Big E's avatar

You might appreciate the handiwork here: https://larrygotkin.com/

OK, OK, this is my younger brother’s work, but don’t let the sisterly recommendation deter you from looking 👀. His work is amazing, nepotism aside.

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D D's avatar

OMG these works are spectacular and expertly crafted! I saw some hand forged knives and weapons at the Renaissance fair years ago. The person only showed for one year, as far as I know. Probably too unique for that venue. Thanks for sharing Big E!

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Shelley's avatar

It is amazing! He is very talented. Does he do requests? I'd like an easy-read outdoor thermometer embedded in something heavy, perhaps an owl, rabbit or other silhouette that could be secured on a deck post.

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Swabbie Robbie's avatar

Dylan who? Link to the work? I started learning in 1979, took several courses wit Bill Fiorini at UW La Crosse. I made some gates and railings and sign posts and brackets, But liked making furniture and pattern welded knives (erroneously called Damascus which was a different process) the most.

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D D's avatar

Bob Dylan, go to his website, there are lots of pics of his iron work as well as his paintings. It is reported that while on tour he would always be stopping and grabbing iron pieces.

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Swabbie Robbie's avatar

Good for him. I wish I had known that when I was still doing iron work.

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Pat Orsban's avatar

it is amazing what some can do with a welding arc, my dad tried to teach me, but that spark was a task I could not do,

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