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Waterfall Forge
Добавлен 15 фев 2017
We work with copper. We mainly do organic forms like hammered copper flowers, leaves, birds, little animals, etc. You can visit our website at waterfallforge.com or our FaceBook page at waterfall.forge?fref=ts to get a better idea of our work. Our videos will be a mixed bag; most will be will be "How to work with copper" type instruction and a few will be a peek at our working on current copper projects. We hope you enjoy both.
Forming Copper Magnolia Leaves and Flower
How we make copper magnolia leaves and flowers.
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Flame Coloring Copper
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A short explanation of how we flame color our copper work.
Making Copper Leaves
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Instructional video with Buddy Holmes of Waterfall Forge explaining the basics of making hammered copper leaves. Check out our other videos: ruclips.net/video/MzUOmwGKMig/видео.html ruclips.net/video/UXbZ_7HwJCE/видео.html
Thank you so much you have a wonderful hand beautiful leaves sculptures
Fantastic work!
Oh my gosh that is absolutely gorgeous stunning id love to be able to make one leaf let alone a tree.
Kirt, all it takes is a good effort, then another. It won't take you long.
@buddyholmes6317 try try and try again I guess. I'm total brand new but I have a passion deep inside for metal jewellery and decor. So ice bought everything you can think off I just need to get out there grsba. Sheet and get creative. Going to try a small lead soon. If it fails I'm sure I'll be able to turn into pendant for myself Thanx so much for replying appreciated
@@kirtandrews1859 Just work at it. The first ones always look a little off, but the next ones are almost always a little better. Good luck.
@buddyholmes6317 Thank you determination is going to be key for me and perseverance and patience il get there i just gotta find my confidence. Ci am totally brand new I have spent a heck of a lot of money and I guess just scared to waste costly materials
@buddyholmes6317 yes exactly it's commitment and confidence . I'm trying very basic to begin with. I shall message when I have completed one item good enough to show you.
in the past 13 years i've done 100's of metal related searches with probably over half being cooper flower related and yet this is the first time this video has come up and it wasn't even in a search....
I know, that's the algorithm on RUclips. Mainly my fault for not posting more so the alg could pick up on them. We are going to start posting more in a few months, so stay tuned. thanks
Could you explain a little more detail about the Sodium Bisulfate bath you use? You mention that it's in large bath which means it's likely not a heated solution. How strong and how long does it take to clean a medium size piece after annealing and forming?
"Medium size piece" is relative. Let's say that whatever you are working on can be lowered into a 40 gallon trash can. Then to start I would use a 5 lb bag of the granules. I get mine from Amazon for about $10. It's "PH Minus" for pools. The next question would be the outside temp if you have your bucket outside. If the temp is in the 60 to 90 degree F range, then it will probably take a few hours. If temp is lower, then time will increase and you will probably need to add more product.. For most of our work, we clean individual pieces then assemble. If it's a small piece we will drop the whole piece in at once. Be sure to wash it really well several times.
Thanks for the reply Buddy, it's very helpful. Medium = smaller than a cymbal and larger than an earring in my shop. Ha.@@buddyholmes6317
Thanks for preparing these videos, nice to learn from a craftsman and artist. And a special thank you for starting your video career out correctly by using a microphone from the beginning. Carry On please.
Thanks. Sorry about the delay between videos but, you know, life. I'll try to get some more out next year. And yes, echo chamber videos bug me too.
3:00 hey dog! Why don't you just wander around and do dog things for a minute.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Audio is out of sync with video
I checked it, no issues. Tried it on PC, tablet and my helper checked on his phone. Try refreshing it.
Nice job,what kind of clear coat to keep from oxidizing ,and will coat take away from blues and purple showing through? thank you
Mark, Any good quality spray clear will work. I use Rustoleum Gloss on most pieces. The clear that's used on mag wheels works well too. The colors will change some no matter what you use. It depends on whether it will be used outside or inside as to how long it will resist changing from oxidation. If it's a "fancy" piece, you can try Everbrite as well. It's real good but pricey.
@@buddyholmes6317 Thank you
Damn, you’re good!!
That was five years ago. I'm not nearly as good now. I weigh less though (slightly)
When you get time, could you do a video on making a fluted fountain basin for a table . Thanks!
Time. That's the kicker. I'll try to get one done soon though, I had someone else ask the same thing last week.
Great lecture, loving it. Hoping you are well and thriving!
Thanks. I am well and the dog's fed.
Really enjoying your videos. I hope that you will continue to make more for us! I have had so many copper ideas floating around in my head for the last 20+ years, and am finally getting around to making them. Thank you for sharing your craft <3
Julie, get them out of your head and into reality! No time like the present.
Thank you for your time, this helps me very much. Well done.
another great video. THANKS!
thank you for your videos. i wish you continued with more. you mentioned the ph down chlorine to clean but i can not find your measurements on how that is done. could you share that. hope you are doing well
Linda, I wish I had the time but things are so strange now. I just had to wait two months for a pallet of copper sheets. I used to be able to get it in two days. It's PH Down, you can get it at Walmart or most big box stores. Not chlorine! Never never. Sodium bisulfate. It's fairly benign, so you can experiment for what works for you. I use one two lb pouch in about one hundred gallons. Try maybe a cup in a 5 gallon plastic pail. Stir with wood or plastic, not metal. If temperature is above 70 degrees F, it should work within an hour or so. Cooler temps take longer. You can always add more PH Down to make it stronger/faster. Rinse really well when you're done. Buddy
Thank you so much for your quick reply. You make great videos. Thank you for doing the ones you did. I realize it’s a pin i he behind to do them, edit etc. Let’s pray product supply can get back to normal.
Hey! Great videos. You sir are a wealth of knowledge. Are you still creating fountains? Would love to learn more.
Could you tell me where you get your copper. I make lamp shades for my pottery lamps. Thank you!
Sue, I buy full sheets about 3' by 10' as I go through it fairly quickly. You may consider getting some smaller pieces (drops) from a local sheetmetal/roofing shop. I would also check for a local sheetmetal distributor if you need full sheets. Be prepared for sticker shock.
Thanks for the response. Yea, I heard copper is really expensive now.
Love your videos! Very informative and easy to listen to. A lot of other people like to ramble and/or repeat themselves a lot but I like the fact that you get straight to the point. Thank you for that lol
Great videos, I'm learning a ton. Thank you 👍
I keep trying to get back to making a few more. Just not enough time in the day.
@@buddyholmes6317 have you tried Tik tok? You could pump out a short vid every now and then. That place is sort of lacking in coppersmiths, especially once of your caliber 👍
@@superzgredzio No, I haven't looked into it. I probably won't. Too much to do as it is. I will try to get a short one done for RUclips soon. Copper birdfeeder, I think.
@@buddyholmes6317 can't wait. May the God keep your hands occupied my friend 🔥💪🏻🙂
Great videos, I'm learning a ton. Thank you 👍
Hi, thank you for sharing your work and process! What do you recommend for cleaning up excess solder or cleaning off old solder if I need to resolder something? Thanks for your help!
Pammy, let me know what setup you have. Do you use oxy/acetylene, oxy/propane or some other setup? What type of solder do you use? What type of work are you doing?
Amazing!
thanks
This is amazing. What thickness copper would you suggest for beginners?
Jane, Most folks start with 16 oz, which is what is used by roofers for flashing and such. It will be he easiest to find. You can buy drops from your local sheetmetal shop and roofers. I use 20 and 24 oz for my standard pieces, heavier, like 32 oz if large custom pieces.
@@buddyholmes6317 thank you so much for the detailed reply. I'll have a look! :) your work is amazing. And you explain it really clearly. Thanks for taking the time to make and share your videos.
can you tell me what you coat it with? Does it change the color?
Natalie; there any number of good coatings but all will alter the color some. Everbrite is good, but pricey. Rustoleum makes some good clear and also a type of glossy for mag wheels. I use that a good bit on my smaller pieces. Two part auto clear is the best, but I only use it for really large outdoor pieces.
I completely understand I am in my late 70's and I never seem to have enough time. I have only watched the on so far but will am now subscribed and will watch the other two. I love your approach and openness and look forward to seeing the other two and hopefully even more!!
Just found you and have just started working with copper. Love the pace and detail of this video.
Thanks. I have been trying to work some time in to make more videos but too busy and old to get everything done. Hopefully I can do some soon.
More videos please!
I'll try soon. IDA deposited a pine tree across my house so I am in the middle of dealing with that. The new videos are on my list of things to do though. At least the tree missed the shop. See pics on my FB page. thanks
Are there anymore coming? Love y’all’s work.
I'm trying to get around to it. I've been backed up a lot for a while and I have to sort of shift gears to do these. At my age, the gearbox doesn't work as smoothly as it once did.
Thank you sir.
You're welcome
Wow, how informative! Looking forward to the next video.
First time to your channel. Beautiful work, just amazing the creativity and craftsmanship you put into your work. Thanks for posting! I am looking forward to seeing your other videos also :^)
Thanks. I have been working alone for a while now, so not much time or energy to do the videos. My long time student helper who is now an occupational therapist, has been coming to help lately and I think it will be a long time second job for him. He can do just about everything I can now and even better, he's good at shooting the videos. We have talked about doing more soon, so check back.
great video
What kind of leaves do you make for making fountains?
Depends on the fountain. Some are just generic and others are oak, maple, magnolia etc. Mostly just what the customer prefers. All copper and bronze for the stems.
We have a copper waterfall and want to duplicate it. It is 45" tall by 36" wide. It has many leaves, cattails, and a dragon fly. Located in St. Louis. Can send email with pics.
Janet, visit my website at waterfallforge.com. My email address is on the main page about midway down. Send the pics to that address. thanks
Omg. So beautiful! My fav is watching the colors appear!
Excellent teacher....covers everything from A-Z, explaining everything really well without being boring! Thank you!
Thanks. I need to get some more up. How about Making a copper birdfeeder? Do you think anyone would be interested?
@@waterfallforge8320 I think whatever you do people will be interested in. Thanks for sharing your skills with future generations.
@@rickbailey7183 Thanks. I've been trying to get some time to do more, so they may end up being a little shorter but hopefully useful for folks.
Great Video. How are you hammering the piece without scratching / marring the surface?
Neeraj; For my kind of work, I am not as concerned by small imperfections left by the hammer. If you want a smoother unmarred finish, then polish or smooth out your hammer faces as much as possible and be sure that the "anvil" you are hitting into doesn't have any debris in it and is as smooth as you can get it. That's the good thing about doing organic subjects. Nothing needs to be perfect. thanks
@@waterfallforge8320 Thank for the quick reply. Can you share any of your leaf templates that you have? I'm wrapping up my first fountain and looking for ideas for my next program
@@nmanrao I'm not proprietary with patterns but it is probably better to create your own from plants and trees in your area. All I do when I want a leaf pattern is to go out in my yard, I live in the woods, and grab a few off some trees. Then I just trace the shape and the general vein pattern. By the way; don't try to compete with Mother Nature's complexity; she'll win every time. Just simplify it, but make sure you retain it's character so that folks will still recognize it for what it is. On flowers; go to a crafts store and buy at least two well made silk flowers of the type you might like to have in your fountains. Keep one of the flowers pristine, as a guide to refer to and dissect the other one to get your pattern. Send me a pic of your fountain. Email it to me. Have fun.
Good stuff partner. I use a cutoff piece of gluelam beam & a couple of railroad spikes for detail work. Also duct work crimpers & nailslot punch & snaplock pliers for different effects. Looking forward to more.
2020 hope you are well. Sorry you weren't able to continue these videos. Your work is amazing.
I want to do some more but I keep getting distracted by work and such. Any particular skill or technique that you might like to see discussed?
@@buddyholmes6317So glad you are OK it sounds. I would happily go through your entire series you mentioned wanting to build and do the projects. I came to you through a search for flame painting copper. I'm doing a bit of trim on one of my fireplaces and wanted to hand hammer then flame color. But seriously - if you just get 25 more subscribers and then put up a time lapse of that magnificent crane you would probably get enough viewing hours to monetize your channel with ad sense. At that point, putting up your videos would create an annuity so it would be worthwhile financially to try to carve out a few hours a week to make a video. especially now. there are a lot of people looking for a distraction and you offer a positive, healthy, low-cost hobby that adds beauty to the world.
Thank you very much for sharing! I'm very excited to be your new subscriber. Thank you,Cory
Cory; since I ca't go anywhere, I'll try to put together a few short ones. Anything in particular that you would like me to cover? Individual skills please, not finished items.
@@waterfallforge8320 yes please, please show all the steps to making your birds. Thank you very much again!
That was great, thanks, and sorry didn't mean to tap the thumb down button. Hope to check out more
No problem. I'm sure you were commenting on my appearance rather than the content.
New to this, and just LOVE what you are doing here! (When I say new, I mean newbie lol!) My question is, what is the tool called/size you are using to make the leaf veins? It looks like a Chisel but unsure. It's the best tool I've seen yet to make the veins! Please let me know, I'd so appreciate it! Your work is amazingly beautiful!!! Thanks, Kristy 🤗
Kristy; Most of the chisels are various sizes of masonry chisels; available at hardware stores or online at Amazon or EBAY or any good flea market. As I mentioned in one of the videos, you need to blunt them some and round the edges a bit so they don't cut through the copper. Use a hammer with rounded face to strike them. Get a neoprene pad to set your work on so you can get a softer line.
@@waterfallforge8320 Thank you so much! I just finished watching the video where you mention this. You are a wonderful instructor!! I really hope you'll release some new videos soon! 😁
First time seeing your video. Great information and explanations for me as a beginner in copper work... Thanks much
Gary, feel free to ask questions if you run into something that's giving you problems. I really am trying to find time to make some more of these. Maybe this week hopefully.
Great video. What brand is your Nibbler? Thanks.
Fiona, it's been a while. I got it from EBAY. Cost around $50 if I recall. It doesn't have brand marked on it.
Super video. Looking forward to finding more from you.
I sure enjoy your tutorials! That Heron is magnificent! I notice it's been a year since you posted anything; how's it going? Miss you!
Thanks. Take a look at my Waterfall Forge FB page and you'll see what's been keeping me busy. I do plan on doing more soon.
I'm really glad you are doing tutorials! I want to try this as I have a few ideas and somewhat of a creative bent but so far only with wood. I notice others quenching the heated copper and you didn't. - does it matter? So heat treating steel makes it harder and heat treating copper and brass makes it softer?!
Egon, I do quench my annealed copper in water most of the time. But, whether you quench in water, spray it with a squirt bottle or just set it down and let it cool on its own, the result will be the same. The reason that I quench in water when I'm working is that I probably need that piece right away and I don't relish getting burned. Thanks for the question.