Metalwork
Forged Sword
Built for Apprentice scenes at the Santa Fe Opera 2022
Built to be used as full sword unit onstage as actor “forges” the weapon. On a strike on the anvil, the sword had to fall apart, achieved via trigger mechanism built into the handle.
Forged Dragon
Class project
Forged from Railroad spike, head formed with chisels and hammers, body finished with a pineapple twist as the dragons “scales”
Locker Base
Built for M. Butterfly at the Santa Fe Opera 2022, see By Project tab for credits
Welded 1/2” plate to 1x2 box tube, 1/2” plate used to counteract top heaviness of lockers. Angled support for lockers welded on for increased support and maneuverability.
Metal sculptures
Built for Orlando Paladino, Designed by Gisela Estrada
Welded 3/8” rod in unique structures organized by designer. all joints welded, grinded, and sanded for a continuous look.
Swing seat frame
Built for The Barber of Seville, see By Project page for credits.
Welded 1”x1” box tube with welded threaded inserts for eye bolts. Upholstered by Craft department, hung and maintained by me.
Decorative soup cans
Built for Mother Tongue, See by Project page for credits.
Tin soup cans with various images cut using a plasma torch. All cans hung from ceiling for production.
Ladder hooks
Ladder hooks welded, grinded, and painted for the Santa Fe Opera run rooms.
