I am a designer-maker/artist of quality, aesthetically driven objects: inspired by the culinary arts and experience-based interaction. I design and make my artwork to generate moments to be cherished, stemming from their moments of use. Working with hot forged metal I use craft to drive positive change in the interaction between people and the material world.  

BA (hons) Artist Blacksmithing with First Class Honours
Hereford College of Arts – Hereford (UK)

Basics of Blacksmithing – Completed level 1 to 4 of his 6-level course.
Paul Dekker – Tielrode (BE)

Ferrous Festival
Hereford College of Arts – Hereford (UK)

Helping out during Ferrous, a 3-day festival celebrating artist blacksmithing. Responsible for manning exhibitions, forging with and for the public and promoting the festival.

Competitor
Biennale d’Arte Fabbrile – Stia, Tuscany (IT)

Competing in the world forging championships.

Richard and Catherine Gay Award for Creativity

Award celebrating my creative achievements during my time at HCA

Bursary for Education & Talent

Bursary from the Sofina & Boël fund for young craftspeople in education Abroad, funding my college fees at HCA. 

Stefan Karfakis Scholarship

Scholarship for the Forging Focus Class at Center for Metal Arts – Johnstown Pennsylvania (USA)