About Me.
David Graham Artist Blacksmith | Sculptor
My unique practice explores the potential of contemporary blacksmithing.
My work evaluate and extend the possibilities of forging hot steel in a constant attempt to shift objects from a purely utilitarian beginning to a wholly reimagined future state
Inspired by the natural world, particularly the sea and the bush, my art reflects the dynamic energy of the environments I love.
As a passionate surfer and windsurfer, the ever-changing faces of the sea infuse my creations with their fluidity and force. The organic contours of nature are echoed in the sinuous lines and robust textures of my work.
With 25+ years of practice, my role as a resident artist at Ashmore Arts for the last few years has allowed me to collaborate on various commissions, enriching my practice and expanding the scope of my craft.
Select Art Projects
2023 “Humpback Whale” Private Sculpture Commission.
2022 “Emu feathers” Spirit of Tasmania, Collaborative Commercial Project.
2022 “Banjo Shark” St Leonards, Collaborative Commercial Project.
2021 “Sperm Whale” Private Sculpture Commission.
2021 “Kelp Sunrise” gate, Anglesea, Private Commission.
2020 “Eclipse”, Paper mill Gallery.
2020 “Sprawling”, Private Sculpture.
2020 “Not submissive”, Paper mill Gallery.
2020 “Transformation”, Private Sculpture.
2019 “Kelp” Sculpture, The Point Town Park, Point Lonsdale.
2019 Central Park Memorial gates, Stawell, Northern Grampians Shire.
2019 Wedge Tailed Eagle Sculpture, Frankston City council.
2019 Shop fit-out, XTM Performance, Commercial Project.
2018 “Windswept” gate, East Geelong, Private Commission.
2018 “Moonah” gate, Breamlea, Private Commission.
2017 “Wrought in Sunshine” works, Group Exhibition
2017 “Kelp” sculpture, Jan Juc, Private Commission.
2016 Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie, Collaborative Commercial Project.
2016 “Sea scape”, gate, Private Commission
Credentials
Professional Development:
Masterclass Sculpture Collaboration, Waterside Metal Art, Vic.
Botanical Intensive Masterclass, Waterside Metal Art, Vic.
Qualifications:
Since 1997 Australian Blacksmiths Association Vic.
2002-2015 Carpenter Sub-contractor
2003 Cert IV Building, RMIT
1998-2002 Apprenticeship Carpentry.