FieryFurnace Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I am pleased to announce that Dave Custer and Fiery Furnace Forge Blacksmith LLC has officially been accepted into the Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen. I submitted five pieces to be juried. I received the juror's comments and checklist in my acceptance letter. I received a high rating in every technique, finish, and design category except one. ("High rating" meaning it was checked as a "strong point" instead of "develop further.") The one was brazing and as I did not submit any brazed pieces, that category simply received a N/A. (not applicable) I also received several hand written comments. All of them praised my level of detail and attention to finish and technique. One comment suggested the handle on my hammer be larger towards the back more like store bought handles, but I suppose that is more a personal preference. (I like my handle straight in profile all of the way down.) Once again, I would like to thank all of you guys for the support you've given me thus far in all of my endeavors. This forum has played a large roll in getting me to where I am now and in reaching this milestone. You guys are great! It is an honor to be a part of this forum! Thanks! Here are pics of the five pieces I submitted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
56FordGuy Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations, Dave! That's certainly a well deserved honor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigfootnampa Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Great Dave! That was some nice looking work that you sent in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick L. Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations Dave! You are proof for everyone that getting out there and putting in the time does produce results. The work you submitted is outstanding in every way. Thanks for sharing this with us. Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yves Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I also want to congratulate you. The honor you receive is very well deserved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustyanchor Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Dave, Congratulations on your acceptance. Very nice pieces. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis Trez Cole Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 congrats dave! as for your handle that is just a lack of understanding that is confirmed by the comment more like a store bought handle. keep up the great work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Gaddis Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congrats Dave, This is acknowledgement that peers accept your ability. It has been my pleasure to watch some of your projects and skill progress to such a high level. And congrats to your family and close friends for giving you support you needed for this well deserved ride. Carry on David Gaddis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillon Sculpture Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Nice work, very well deserved. Imagination, skill, work ethic and passion serve you well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis Covington Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations Dave, It's been fun and educational watching you as you have progressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
female_blacksmith Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations Dave, beautiful work. Looking forward to seeing many more of your creations ! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
female_blacksmith Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations Dave, beautiful work. Looking forward to seeing many more of your creations ! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bo McCutcheon Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Congratulations Dave.Job well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Well done Dave, thoroughly deserved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Coke Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Congrats Dave, A true example of superior craftsmanship.... You will do well JIm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Congratulations Dave! It's really good to see the art guild recognizes true artistry. I've been saying for some time now you're a comer. It's an honor to know you and if I've been able to be some help I'm truly honored. The handle comment is subjective opinion, we all have them. As to making the end larger like a store bought handle try not to take that like it sounds. I make my handles spread towards the end with a round bulge at the very end, I stole the idea from Uri Hofi's hammer handles and improved on it. <grin> My handles and Uri's are slab handles but both are larger at the back like "store bought." As we all know, it's really easy to write something, post it and THEN discover it doesn't read like we intended. Heck, I do that all the time I just don't find out till later. Oh well. <grin> Frosty The lucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sask Mark Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Congratulations Dave. You have some truly outstanding skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FieryFurnace Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Furrer Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I hippe it leads to many sales. Ric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaughnT Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 That's some very good work and well worth entry into that club. You've done well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Seelye Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Well deserved! Those are fine submissions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneCoeArtistBlacksmith Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Way to go Buddy. hope to visit with you soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01tundra Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Congratulations Dave! Great looking work. Hope to get to do some work with you again real soon :) ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenn Clif Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Nice work Dave! Well deserved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FieryFurnace Posted March 6, 2013 Author Share Posted March 6, 2013 Thanks guys! Wayne and Jonathan: Are you guys coming to the hammer in we're hosting in Scottsville at the end of the month? Tenn Clif: If you live in Tennessee or Kentucky you should consider coming to the hammer in too. PM me with your email addresses if you're interested in coming. I believe the date is March 23rd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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