I am a self-taught blacksmith based in Aughrim, Co Wicklow and it is here that I shape metal with my hands in my workshop Viking Craft Forge.

As a blacksmith, I have always been captivated by the energy within metal. It has its own unspoken language and it is that, which guides me to create the pieces I make. That and the period of the Viking era and the impact it had on our history and heritage. There is a raw artistry behind my work, I use practical tools, fire and water to create intricate pieces, with each one telling a story forged from dedication. I also offer workshops and love to work with people, to inspire them and pass on what I have learnt about this craft.