Timber Beams | Decorative Brackets Part 3

Here I'm applying a patina to all the parts.

This is what the metal looks like before the patina.

This is what the metal looks like with the patina applied.

Each piece takes on a life of it's own. Isn't this just too cool?

I patinaed a test piece and had it clear powder coated to confirm the finish I had in mind.

Timber Beams | Decorative Brackets Part 2

Forging the vines.

Right vine forged first.

Then the left vine is forged.

Finally all the leaves are welded on the vines.

I really like this detail. Can you believe you can make red hot metal do this?