Derek has over 30 years of experience working in many forms of metalwork. He began his career in fine art and bronze foundries as a production supervisor in the casting and welding/chasing departments. Following his time at the foundry, Derek started his own Architectural Metalworking company based out of Santa Fe NM while working in Blacksmithing with Francis Nowicki. Derek continues to work with forged ironwork, fabrication, and non-ferrous metals in Savannah Ga.