Welding & Metalwork

Forged Sword

Built for Apprentice scenes at the Santa Fe Opera 2022

Built to be used as full sword unit onstage as actor “forges” the weapon. On a strike on the anvil, the sword had to fall apart, achieved via trigger mechanism built into the handle.

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Forged Dragon

Class project

Forged from Railroad spike, head formed with chisels and hammers, body finished with a pineapple twist as the dragons “scales”

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Locker Base

Built for M. Butterfly at the Santa Fe Opera 2022

Welded 1/2” plate to 1x2 box tube, 1/2” plate used to counteract top heaviness of lockers. Angled support for lockers welded on for increased support and maneuverability.

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Metal sculptures

Built for Orlando Paladino, Designed by Gisela Estrada

Welded 3/8” rod in unique structures organized by designer. all joints welded, grinded, and sanded for a continuous look.

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Swing seat frame

Built for The Barber of Seville

Welded 1”x1” box tube with welded threaded inserts for eye bolts. Upholstered by Craft department, hung and maintained by me.

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