Andrew Findlay
Artwork for Andrew Findlay
Details
How would you describe the work you do and why?
The designing and making of sculptural and functional pieces in various metals using hot forging methods
For you what does being an artist mean?:
I feel privileged to have been able to develop the craft skills required to able to make high quality artistic pieces in metal that project my passion for the beauty of nature in all it's forms.
Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:
Artist Blacksmith
Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching:
Manufacture of artworks in a historic forge setting using hot-forging techniques ancient and modern.
One to one courses and groups of up to 3 courses available on request.
CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice:
Self taught blacksmith since 1984
Blacksmith course at West Dean College led by James Horrobin 1985
Numerous courses and masterclasses held by BABA (British artist blacksmiths association)
Exhibitions in the last 3 years:
h.Art with the Colwall collective 2024
Canwood Gallery solo exhibition 2024
Your gallery outlets/stockists:
The Forge Gallery, Eastnor, Ledbury, HR81RD 01531 634999