Haw Creek Forge is a small business with a big reputation for quality, originality and service. In their riverside studio in the mountains of North Carolina, they carefully craft each piece of their unique and whimsical garden art, continuing the tradition of handcrafted in America. They take great pride in their brilliant patina and torch finishes which are clear coated for weather fastness and durability.
From working the high rise as a construction welder to building power plants and paper mills, the artist, Catherine Murphy has managed to use her creative skills in the medium of metal. Attending craft workshops and numerous welding schools, led her to the beauty of copper. She was able to combine her technical skills and love of metal with her favorite school project as a child--creating an insect collection. Many creations later, her inspiration has grown to include all of nature, allowing her to find creativity and satisfaction in the work that has become her life.