Patrick J. Quinn graduated from the School Of Art and Design at Alfred University with divisional honors in sculpture. During his college experience he experimented with sheet metal and welding in order to explore the hollow form.
After graduation Patrick has worked alongside several artists welding both mild and stainless steel. Following a move to Vermont, blacksmithing caught his attention and Patrick found work with both independent blacksmiths and production shops. While working for others Patrick was able to build his own studio where he could hone in on his forging skills and build sculpture.
Although inspired by old world techniques Patrick has succeeded in developing his own unique style that combines his interest in the hollow form with his skills in blacksmithing. He is very interested in creating works entirely from scratch and his finished products, whether sculptural or functional, are truly handmade.
Patrick is inspired by the physical process of working with various metals. By spending time properly learning the craft, his skills as a metalworker shine through his sculptural and functional work. By intentionally not grinding down welds and painting his sculpture, Patrick’s work embodies the true essence of being a skilled craftsman and the pride involved in building sculpture with exquisite craftsmanship.
Working one on one with his clients gives Patrick a chance to really get a feel for their wants and needs, turning their ideas into reality. With innovative ideas in design and craftsmanship, Patrick brings a unique angle to a project that always ends up with a pleased customer and a one of a kind piece of iron work.
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Patrick J. Quinn | Brooklyn, NY | 860 573 4918 | handforgedinvt@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Alfred University, Alfred N.Y.: Bachelor of Fine Arts, School of Art and Design; 2004
SKILLS
Fabrication: Mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum fabrication. Welding: TIG, MIG, and ARC.
Cutting: Torch, Plasma, and various saws.
Forging: Hot and cold steel and stainless steel. Hot cutting and punching. Drilling and sandblasting. Highly skilled power hammering.
Mold making / Foundry work: Plaster molds for wax. Sand open face and two part molds. Sand and plaster mix (lost wax burnout). Ceramic shell (burnout). Highly experienced in pouring bronze and aluminum.
Stone Working: Drilling, pinning, and gluing. Cutting with various water fed and dry diamond blade saws. Basic hand chiseling and polishing.
Photography: Basic small and medium format black and white darkroom experience.
EMPLOYMENT
2005-present: Vermont Metal Craft. Head Blacksmith, tool maintenance and development.
2005-2007: Hubbardton Forge. Full time Blacksmith.
2004-2005: Adeptus Arts Glass Blowing Studio & Gallery. Washington Depot, CT. Full time TIG welder and stainless steel fabricator. Glass blowing assistant and tool builder.
2004, summer: Alfred University. Foundry assistant.
2003: Bucks Rock Creative and Performing Arts Camp. New Milford CT. Full time sculpture staff teaching children steel fabrication, mold making, and Bronze pouring.
EXHIBITIONS
2004-2005, winter: Ordway Gallery, Avon Old Farms School, Avon CT; Winter art show.
2004, spring: Harder Hall Lobby, Alfred University; BFA Thesis Show.
2003, fall: Deans Office Showcase, Binns-Merrill Hall; solo show.
2003, spring: Turner Student Gallery, Alfred University; group show.
AWARDS
2004, spring: Senior work was awarded divisional honors by the School of Art and Design faculty.