Metalworking
The malleability of steel when incandescent presents no limits on the combination of forms. Rootfire offers an expanding array of stock items, I also offer custom design and fabrication of furniture, candle holders, gates, railings and fireplace grilles. I have designed many unique pieces for clients based on their needs and aesthetic preferences.
Blacksmithing
When heated to incandescent, steel can be squished, indented and stretched like clay. Many design possibilities arise, though I like to emphasize the “squishyness” in the steel, Hot punched holes bulge in a graceful way, and many incredible textures are possible.
Fabrication
Fabrication is the modern descendant of blacksmithing. Often times I use forging techniques and incorporate them into designs with fabrication. Cutting, grinding, welding and brazing are just a few of the techniques available.
CNC plasma cutting was used to make these custom pergola brackets. They are also rust patinated.
Digital
With CNC technology, I can achieve many design goals more quickly than with traditional methods. CNC plasma cutting is the main tool in my arsenal here.