First of all, let me acknowledge the title of blacksmith AND metalworking community. I am surely drawn to the blacksmith component of my work, but must admit that a lot of what I actually do is metalwork, so it is nice to be received by both communities. I started out building custom lighting about 8 years ago. Soon after starting, I was forced to get a UL listing for my product so that I could do certain jobs with architects, a local builder required it, an electrician required it once and it was needed for streetlights for my local community. I have "evolved" in to other aspects of ironwork including bannisters, furniture, etc., but usually return to my niche of custom lighting. If anyone would like to discuss elements of lighting, I would love to have a sounding board for this type of work.
It is a joy to have discovered this site. But I really do need to get some work done today.
Cheers,
Jerry - Winthrop, WA
