Once the concept is in place, I dive into the technical aspects of the craft. Steel is a powerful and durable material, but it requires skill and patience to work with. I use various techniques, including welding, cutting, and grinding, to manipulate the metal into the desired shapes. The process is often labor-intensive, requiring precision to achieve the right angles, curves, and textures. I enjoy the tactile nature of working with steel—the way the metal responds to the heat of the forge, the sound of the hammer striking it, and the way it cools and solidifies into its final form.