About AW Artist Blacksmiths
The new workshop
is now situated in the rural outskirts of
Yarm, in the heart of the Tees Valley, with
all our work carried out at the forge being
handcrafted. The business has now been
trading for over 8 years and the team of
blacksmiths are able to cater for various
demands within the private and the pubic
sectors both domestic and commercial.
Adrian Wood is a university graduate with a
degree in fine art sculpture from The
University of
London. A chance visit to a forge
gave Adrian Wood his first taste of
blacksmithing. He recalls;
”From
the first moment I hit the hot steel I knew
what I wanted to do.”
Adrian`s first job was at a renowned
workshop near York where he worked on a
number of prestigious projects. After which
he worked for Brian Russell, widely regarded
as one of the finest blacksmiths in the UK.
Brian's approach and processes to creating
bespoke and uniquely designed metalwork had
an enormous effect on the designs and
processes created by Adrian Wood Artist
Blacksmiths.
Traditional blacksmithing techniques are
used to create contemporary and innovative
ways to fulfil the client's needs. The
designs are beautifully hand drawn with
delicate attention given to the smallest of
details, resulting in fine craftsmanship,
superb detailing and a substantial build
quality that reflects a belief in a lasting
beauty and quality.
Adrian's area of expertise lies in his
ability to understand the client’s
needs and provide detailed drawings and
finally to create the work to a high
standard and build quality.

