Artist
Metal Art
Hamata Creations metal art is a combination of metal fabrication, design, and the inspiration of nature.
Growing up in Kakabeka Falls area I have spent almost my whole life in the Thunder Bay area. For the last 21 years I have been fascinated with metal working, studying techniques such as machining, welding and blacksmithing. In 2010 I returned to the Thunder Bay area after spending 3 years on Vancouver Island attending the University of Victoria where a received my degree in mechanical engineering. Prior to University I worked in the trades as an apprentice machinist in both the mining and pulp and paper industry.
I began creating, about 10 years ago, metal art pieces shortly after I purchased a plasma cutter. I needed to purchase a plasma cutter to complete a job that involved cutting a variety of different materials. I decided to draw some patterns in a piece of plate aluminum. I then decided to cut out a leaf…..and that is where it all started. From there I started experimenting with different grinding techniques to give my pieces the “texture” that they needed. My grinders have become my paint brushes and I now create depth in all of my pieces. I then expanded into heat treatment and quenching techniques to give the metal color. The next step in my creations came when I decided to create scenes using multiple pieces and different types of metals.
Being environmentally conscious, I take pride in the fact that 95% of the metal used is recycled and the electricity used to power all equipment is generated using 100% bio diesel created from used vegetable oil.
My customers are my biggest influence, with all of the custom ideas and unique designs. I look forward to learning new techniques and working with people to create new and exciting pieces.
Hamata Creations metal art is a combination of metal fabrication, design, and the inspiration of nature.
Growing up in Kakabeka Falls area I have spent almost my whole life in the Thunder Bay area. For the last 21 years I have been fascinated with metal working, studying techniques such as machining, welding and blacksmithing. In 2010 I returned to the Thunder Bay area after spending 3 years on Vancouver Island attending the University of Victoria where a received my degree in mechanical engineering. Prior to University I worked in the trades as an apprentice machinist in both the mining and pulp and paper industry.
I began creating, about 10 years ago, metal art pieces shortly after I purchased a plasma cutter. I needed to purchase a plasma cutter to complete a job that involved cutting a variety of different materials. I decided to draw some patterns in a piece of plate aluminum. I then decided to cut out a leaf…..and that is where it all started. From there I started experimenting with different grinding techniques to give my pieces the “texture” that they needed. My grinders have become my paint brushes and I now create depth in all of my pieces. I then expanded into heat treatment and quenching techniques to give the metal color. The next step in my creations came when I decided to create scenes using multiple pieces and different types of metals.
Being environmentally conscious, I take pride in the fact that 95% of the metal used is recycled and the electricity used to power all equipment is generated using 100% bio diesel created from used vegetable oil.
My customers are my biggest influence, with all of the custom ideas and unique designs. I look forward to learning new techniques and working with people to create new and exciting pieces.
References
As most creations come from within there are always ideas are inspired by other artists. I would like to give credit to the following artists that have inspired some of my creations:
- Donnie Wahnner - Metal artist
- Neil Rose – Metal artist
- Donnie Wahnner - Metal artist
- Neil Rose – Metal artist
