How Do You Become An Ornamental Blacksmith?
An ornamental blacksmith is part artist and part blacksmith. Nowhere is the connection between sculpture and horseshoe forger closer than with ornamental blacksmithing. To join this league of old fashioned artists you will need to work hard and stretch your creative and physical skills. Step 1 Study art, sculpture and metal working. Few places offer instructions solely on ornamental blacksmithery. This means you have to create your own curriculum. An ornamental blacksmith must be versed in metal working and also have a strong foundation in art, design and sculpture. Step 2 Find an ornamental blacksmith be your mentor. Studying on your own will provide the basics, but nothing can help you improve like watching a master and getting his feedback on your work. Step 3 Attempt your own creations. The next step in learning to become an ornamental blacksmith is to think up your own designs and hammer them out. You will probably make a great deal of mistakes, but these creations are a great way
