Stephen Zawistowski
Stephen Zawistowski still remembers the first time he saw an ironworker forge two pieces of steel into one. The sparks, the noise, and the heat all became a symphony of creation.
Somewhere in the midst of all the heat, dust, and noise, he found an outlet for my craftsmanship and imagination.
He has assembled a unique collection of new, vintage, and custom made tools to aid him in his work. This allows him to work in the time-tested old style methods, all the while incorporating the freedom of creativity allowed by modern techniques. He considers himself a modern blacksmith, celebrating the old and embracing the new.
In today’s world of mass produced, machine made products there is a craving for custom designed and hand crafted works which embraces quality and craftsmanship. His handmade objects appeal to those looking for something truly unique.
As an artist he takes pride in making pieces, which do not attempt to replicate nature but rather reflect its essence. The fluid forms of nature are his inspiration. He works to reflect them in each piece he creates. Knowing he is creating one of a kind pieces, which blends beauty and function, is what makes the work worthwhile.