JHCC Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 I don't know if anyone's posted this yet, but I just ran across this article about Francis Whitaker on the website http://www.mastersoftraditionalarts.org. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wroughton Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Thanks for posting that. "The Depression," he said, "taught me that if you're dedicated to your work and do good work and are uncompromising about it, there will always be a place for you in society. The others can fall by the wayside, the second-raters." In addition to ornamental ironwork, Whitaker sharpened tools, welded fenders, built truck bodies and stair railings and made fireplace tools and andirons. He maintained high standards for his work, and his reputation grew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hibbert Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Thanks for posting this. I really liked the audio interview on that link. I just received a copy of "My Life as an Artist Blacksmith" from ABANA as a gift for joining. He's an interesting fellow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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