I've been a professional metal smith since 1967. I've done metalwork since about the age of 9. I am primarily a blacksmith, but have done goldsmithing, silversmithing, coppersmithing, forged titanium, bronze, brass, pewter. I've done a fair amount of aluminum casting, some brass and bronze, and I've taught and demonstrated my skills all over North America. I play Celtic music, folk music, rock and blues and have been in several bands. I am interested in sailing and canoeing, learned spinni…