Brad Wills
Founded on a deep interest of both mycology and metalwork, the mycelial metal project aims to combine the intriguing properties of both fungi and the ‘human’ aspects of forged metal. It is shown, through the final forms, that inspiration in these areas is vast and that the collaboration of ideas in both areas can produce wildly interesting results.
Mycelial metal focuses on a break down and experimentation of structure, avoiding a simple mimicry of natural forms to fully appreciate the comparative absurdity of fungi when combined with the industriality of blacksmithing. Through this approach, an exciting creation process is formed.
These steel forms exist as markers within their ideal spaces to present the fungal networks that remain primarily hidden, showing what intriguing forms can grow and elevating the way the world perceives areas where these massive invisible systems are prevalent.
“My craft evolves through consideration, exploration and contemplation”
“Steel will never be anything except steel”
- Pete Matilla