Melissa Cole
Melissa Cole
Studio No. 0
Directions: From Woodborough Garden Centre, turn left over railway bridge into Bottlesford, continue for 300m then turn right immediately after Field Cottage, drive to the first gate and continue down the track to park in the yard. All dogs on leads please, livestock and deep water on site. Gravel in yard, small step into the forge, two steps into gallery.
Address: Moonraker Farm, Bottlesford, SN9 6LU
Disabled Access: Yes
Melissa Cole is an established artist blacksmith with over 30 years experience. Her work is inspired by the traditional making techniques of her craft and designs are combined with playful interpretations of natural forms. Alongside her commissioned work, she creates unique forged sculptures for the house and garden that flow with a distinct style and rhythm.
Working with steel, wrought iron, stainless steel and bronze. Melissa works to commission throughout the year with notable pieces in public spaces including Hampton Court Palace, Oxford City centre, Malmesbury, Plymouth and Chippenham.
Melissa teaches beginner, improver and specialist tailored 'Blacksmithing and Metal Sculpture' courses from her forge near Pewsey and was previously a short course tutor at West Dean College.
Private commissions are taken and sculptural pieces are on display at various exhibitions and her studio throughout the year.
Visits to the forge by appointment please.