soldered a smaller version out of copper before doing the final one in steel.

 

This frame was made by mitering and welding the metal pieces, (1" and 1/2" square tubing and 1/4" flat bar) drilling holes for the bolts and then sitting it in some salty water for a few days to rust. Then came the clear coat and some more drilling for the plexiglass front, which is actually bolted in place. There's space between the back of the bolts and the print to give the piece depth. The print is a numbered, limited quantity print by Chris Ashton.
This copper pot rack and curtain rod evolved from a desire to have something functional without unsightly brackets spoiling the design. I chose copper in particular because the warmth and character of the metal worked well with the Craftsman style of the house.

I took a welding class at Lake Washington Technical College where I learned Mig and Tig welding. I made a lot of fun scrapmetal projects. I think I gave away everything I made. Too bad I didn't take more pictures first!

 

 

I first learned oxy-acetylene welding in a 3D art class I took after high school at Okaloosa-Walton Community College. That's where I made the wire chair to the left. I also