Although Phil Lockwood had been a welder for some time, it was as he was doing metal fabrication for his father-in-law’s business that he was inspired to take a creative turn with his welding skills.

....One day as he was looking over some of the scrap metal pieces in the shop, he had the thought, “Those two pieces look like fish.” Thirty-five minutes later the scrap metal had been cleverly crafted into a pair of fish complete with bubbles and sea grass. A neighbor, upon seeing the newly created sculpture, exclaimed, “This is incredible! You’re an artist!”

....And so began Phil’s journey to what is now Blue Water Metal Works and the realization of his long-held desire to do more than routine welding and metal fabrication. Phil’s studio is located in Dixon, California, where he lives with his wife and young son. Phil’s work and sculptures are in businesses and restaurants all over northern California and in personal collections across the United States.

....Phil loves the challenge of creating unique designs to meet the special and particular desires of his clients. If you have an idea that you’d like to talk with Phil about, or if you are interested in artistic metal work for your home, business, or public location, please see the contact page.