Organic Metalworking – Volume One – The Grapevine

Organic Metalworking is a serial publication that explores Lorelei Sims’ passion for creating functional ironwork that emulates the asymmetrical patterns found in nature. Volume One features information, insight, instruction, and projects inspired by the Grapevine. This issue features over 300 full-color photographs that illustrate techniques for recreating vines, tendrils, leaves, and grape bunches in metal. It is geared for the reader who is familiar with how metal moves, but would like to expand their capabilities. The use of varied tools and equipment are discussed – including electric and pneumatic hand tools, welding, plasma cutting, and of course, traditional blacksmithing. The Grapevine includes 15 projects with step by step instructions, as well as a few images of Lorelei’s commissioned ironwork, to provide inspiration to the reader. Organic Metalworking can be used to describe the aesthetic composition of Lorelei’s work, but it also refers to the natural development and exploration of her metalworking skills.