Beautiful. Handcrafted.
About Dulfermetal
Traditionally trained in the blacksmith’s craft through apprenticeship and journeyman’s travels, I have been designing and creating exceptional custom ironwork in Santa Fe, NM for more than 20 years. My designs reflect both historical and contemporary influences. While specializing in furniture and architectural work, I am experimenting with a new series of artistic pieces.
Contact Info
Located in Santa Fe, NM
DulferMetal@gmail.com
(505) 310-3768
Philosophy
Blacksmithing is an ancient art, more than three thousand years old. Once known as ”King of the Crafts,” it laid the foundation for the industrial revolution and shaped the world as we know it today. This rich history fascinates me, and I represent this timeless quality in my work.
Today, sustainability is critical, and blacksmithing offers time-tested lessons. Material and energy have always been scarce, making traditional blacksmithing very efficient. I want to build on this legacy to be as sustainable as possible. Steel is 95% recycled, my shop is powered by onsite solar panels, and my little “factory” consumes less energy than a typical suburban home.
I came to blacksmithing at age 30, after working as a biologist for many years. I see iron as an organic material, like stone or wood, and use blacksmithing as a way of bringing ironwork back from the sterile, cold industrial product that most of us think of. My works harmonize with other natural materials and reveal the age-old human connections between maker and made object.
Client words
“We have been working with Steve Dulfer for many years and have successfully completed many projects together. Steve has helped us on a wide variety of projects making everything from steel entry doors for high end homes to custom screens for fireplaces and forged handrails. He helped us most recently by hand making decorative iron grills for a historic remodel in downtown Santa Fe where he was required to not only match existing handmade grillwork but also make it meet today’s egress building codes. Steve is a very artistic and creative blacksmith and uses many old-fashioned techniques to create beautiful iron artwork. We highly recommend Dulfer metal to anyone in need of a great welder and blacksmith!”
“Count me as one very satisfied customer. Steve has helped make my imagination come alive with his thoughtful collaboration and expert work. His quiet demeanor hides a gun-ho approach. It’s been a pleasure and is reassuring to know I have beautifully wrought iron to look at and use for years and years to come”
“I have worked with Dulfermetal on multiple projects over the last ten years. A master blacksmith, the attention to detail that Steve provides is incredible, as is his knowledge of the history of forging. However, it’s when I touch a handrail or candlestick that he made, that his true passion for craftsmanship becomes evident.”
“As an interior designer, the artisans who craft my designs are the lifeblood of my business. Working with Steve is rewarding because he works with me to refine and enhance my designs, ultimately creating something even greater than where we started. He’s an incredible blacksmith and a true artist!”
“Clean design and excellent craftsmanship! Proud to have you as a colleague and friend.”