04/02/2026
-The Artist & His Craft-
I wanted to come on here to introduce myself as the Artist and Craftsman behind everything at Obsidian Metalcraft.
My name is Derek DeBoer and I have been in the metal industry for over 10 years now.
Starting out my metalwork by acquiring a Degree in Jewellery + Metals, I was able to lay a groundwork that helped me understand the merging between artistry and quality.
With a myriad of different skills behind me like sculpting, welding, wood working, etc. I found myself constantly searching for something to build and to create something I had never quite seen before.
A common "problem" I have is every time I go to buy something for my home, I have found myself saying "This just isn't quite what I'm looking for".
This "problem" unfortunately then proceeds with the phrase "Well I guess Ill just have to build it myself then."
To build it myself brings creativity and the space for something new to be born, and I can't wait to see what I get to build next.
Thank - You.
-Derek DeBoer
