Art: Welding
An Unlikely Start to Art
Tyler Frank discovered his passion for metal art from what some would consider to be an unlikely source, his J. Everett Light welding teacher and mentor Lonie Scott.
“He taught me more than just welding. He taught me to have a passion for what you do in life.”
Surrounded by Art
Tyler has many passions, including fishing, canoeing, hiking and water & snow skiing. He also has always had an appetite for art. His two favorite artists are Dale Chihuly and M.C. Escher.
His family probably wasn’t surprised by Tyler’s artistic streak, considering his Grandmother and Aunt are both artists.
“I grew up surrounded by art.”
Art Fair Opened His Eyes to New Possibilities
Although Tyler made his first piece of art while in high school, as part of a project for the Indiana School for the Blind, he didn’t originally choose metal art as a career path.
“I was asked to be in the Fishers Art in the Park show last fall. That experience opened my eyes to the possibilities beyond welding as a career and more as an art.
His unique style made Tyler a favorite at the Fishers arts show. In fact, by the end of the day, he was taking orders for designs that were sold out.
“I am fortunate to have sold quite a few pieces so early in my career.”
For more information on how to commission a piece of Tyler’s metal art, please e-mail ty4weld [at] gmail.com
so proud of you Ty!
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Yay ty! I’m so proud of you! I always knew you’d do something big!
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Your art pieces are very amazing and one of a kind. Congratulations & keep on creating.
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Tyler Frank has a great talent followed by great metalworking skills that allow him to create unique and sometimes quirky art. I love his creations! If you haven’t seen his work, do yourself a favor and take a closer look. There’s no one like Tyler Frank.
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Awesome work Tyler!
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Tyler,
Our family is so proud of you. Being chosen to be artist of the month is quite an honor. I especially like your guitar wall hanging.
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I’m so very proud of you Tyler! I love you!
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Congratulations on Artist of the Month!! Your work is amazing and your story is sure to inspire other young artists. Best wishes ahead!
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Great Job Ty!! What GREAT talent we have in our family.
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Tyler, how wonderful! We are so proud of you! I had to cry a little from happiness. Keep working hard . You have a great future ahead of you.
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Congrats Tyler on being recognized as the AOM. We look forward to having you back at this years Art in the Park.
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Your creativity is awesome!!!
We’re so proud of you!
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Great job Tyler! It is good to see you getting recognized for something you are so good and and also love to do!
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Good For you Tyler!!!..
smiling here on the east coast for you!
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TY YOU HAVE SOME ORDERS FOR THE PUMPKIN SPIDERS!
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YOU’RE ONE TALENTED DUDE! KEEP IT UP, BRO!
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