I received my degree from SUNY Brockport with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metalsmithing/Jewelry under the direction of my instructor and mentor, Thomas Markusen. After graduating in 1997 I continued my apprenticeship with Tom at his studio in Western NY. Over the years he taught me his knowledge of the tradesman’s life. I have been inspired by nature’s form. Observing the flowers and trees around me has brought substance to my designs. The idea of taking a nonferrous metal and creating a delicate form stimulates me. So, I took all the things my father and mentor taught me and added the nature aspect and started creating American made fine crafts. In 2007 I was accepted into the Roycrofters at Large Association in East Aurora, NY. Over the years I have won numerous awards displaying at shows and in 2016 won the “Master Craftsmen Award” at the 100 American Craftsmen Show. Since I’ve started my business “Dunn Metal Designs” in 2000, I have exhibited in 100s of Fine Craft Shows.