He is an artist and a knifemaker, inspired by everything that surrounds him—his environment, culture, and family. He loves the combination of mystery and space in literature, music, and film. Everything he creates is handmade, from the initial sketch to the finished knife, and he utilizes various techniques, including sand casting and lost-wax casting. He enjoys detailed work and often changes his designs and materials during the production process. He has been active in the arts since 1975, when he began oil painting, and since 1980, he has dedicated himself to carving and restoring woodcarvings. He has exhibited his work in Plzeň and Mariánské Lázně.

 

 

He follows his own path, and before starting any project, he spends a great deal of time thinking and sketching. The creative process is long and meticulous; he often lets his designs rest for months or even years.

 

 

His work frequently features motifs from nature, animals, and insects, but also fantastical elements such as "Space Legend," "Nightfall," and "Ikarus." He is inspired by various artists and knifemakers, but the one who influenced him the most was his teacher, who initiated him into the craft.

 

Period:

Modern (Active since 1980)

 

 

Overall Key Characteristics:

• Style: Master of Mosaic Damascus, renowned for creating highly detailed and figurative patterns (e.g., faces, animals) within the steel itself.

• Technique: Art Knives (both fixed blades and folders), with a focus on making the blade's intricate Damascus pattern the central artistic feature of the piece.

• Philosophy: Ultimate Artistic Expression in Steel, treating the blade as a canvas to push the boundaries of the material and achieve unparalleled visual artistry.

• Collaboration: Exhibition Showcase, a prominent and highly anticipated artist at premier international knife shows, where his work consistently sets the standard for excellence.

 

 

Legacy:

• Honor: Widely revered as a living legend and one of the world's foremost grandmasters of Mosaic Damascus, often placed in the same elite tier as masters like Steve Schwarzer and Juergen Steinau.

• Innovation: Achieved the artistic perfection of a complex technique, elevating Mosaic Damascus from abstract patterns to true figurative art, an innovation that redefined the possibilities of artistic bladesmithing.

• Influence: His work serves as the ultimate benchmark in artistic bladesmithing, inspiring countless makers worldwide. His pieces are considered "Grail Knives" by elite collectors, representing the pinnacle of the art form and making them extremely rare and valuable.

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