David Browne
“There is magic in the forging process. It occurs when a hammer impacts glowing yellow-hot steel. In that precise moment, beauty is given an opportunity to emerge.”
Artist Statement
David Browne is a San Diego based architectural and sculptural blacksmith.
I opened David Browne Metal Design in 2002 with the mission of providing high quality forged architectural metalwork and sculpture, with a strong emphasis on creativity and design. Since its inception, DBMD has built a solid reputation as one of the premier artistic metalworking studios in San Diego. Our clients range from discerning homeowners, contractors and architects to small businesses and corporate institutions seeking unique branding materials and public art.
As an Artist, my work is centered on the exploration of the plastic nature of steel when combined with the transformative properties of fire. Deeply rooted in traditional craft and industrial forging techniques, my work is informed by a love of primitive structures, architecture and my early work in ceramics.
