COLD IRON
FORGE
Steven Murphy
277 Hillhall Road, Lisburn, BT27 5JQ
Tel: 07841417501 Email: cold-iron@hotmail.co.uk
Visits to Workshop by Appointment Only
ABOUT
Steven Murphy is a Blacksmith specialising in use of hot forged metal. Having graduated in 2008 with a BA(hons) in Artist Blacksmithing, Steven spent 18 months working for Ironart of Bath with other blacksmiths and metalworkers to improve his skills and gain knowledge of the business.
Using a mix of both traditional and contemporary metal working techniques Steven creates individual design lead works which draw heavily from his influences while remaining sympathetic to the enviroment in which they will be displayed/used.
Steven also makes prop weapons and provides his Services for the Film and Television industry working in the Armoury Dept. of HBO's Game of Thrones and making prop weapons for stage shows such as Jesus Christ Superstar which played in the Grand Opera house in Belfast.
Steven has also won awards for his work including the Stanley Allcard Cup for Outstanding Ability in the Craft of Blacksmithing, which is awarded by the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths in London and coming Highly Commended for his Teaching work at the Heritage Craft Awards in London 2013.
Work Undertaken
Interior/ Exterior Scuplture
Interior/ Exterior Furniture
Gates, Railings, Balustrates and Balconies made to commission
Table Top pieces e.g. vessels, candle holders etc.
Prop Medieval Weapons Made
Real Medieval Weapons Made
Services
Comissions
Design
Restoration
Workshops
Finishing and Installation
Follow Up