Established in 1996, Forged Art Works is a contemporary Canadian Iron Art Studio located in historic Port Hammond, 40 minutes from downtown Vancouver. With over twenty years at the anvil, artist-blacksmith Jeff Chenatte fabricates everything from furniture and traditional blacksmith hardware to funky sculpture and garden art. This diverse product line means Forged Art Works is able to meet the needs of every type of customer, from Interior Designers and Professional Contractors, to the most discerning customer. Moreover, with a strong background in  museum Conservation work, Jeff is also adept at forging replicas for professional display, or repairing artifacts of sensitive heritage pieces. Finally, Jeff is also committed to concept of sustainable art, as the use of eco-friendly products and recycled materials play a prominent role in the works produced, whenever possible.  

Iron Creations Available  (but not limited to)

For inside the home: bed frames/headboards,coffee/accent tables, chairs, designer shelving, bakers racks, wine/cd racks,drapery accessories, planters, sconces,masks, wall art, chairs, railings, artistic security bars, coat racks, umbrella stands, pot racks, fireplace tools/screens,  candle holders /candelabra's.

For the Patio and Garden: gates, decorative privacy screens (ideal for Condo or Apartment balconies), garden art, garden men, trellis' and arbors, hanging basket brackets, fences, yard and garden benches, window boxes, hooks and hangers, planters, ornamental security features.

All designs are highly original pieces reflecting both the artist's experience and a creative process which has been shaped by the blacksmith tradition, and applied to our contemporary environment. Please take a few moments to peruse our Galleries and explore a fresh approach to an ancient craft, and visualize your ideas coming to life...