Tom Shearer
Artist
The word “Artist” is one who is able by virtue of
imagination, creativity and talent to create works of
aesthetic value.  This is often, a person who is
outside the mainstream in terms of outlook, art is
to be intimately enjoyed.
Tom Shearer is an artist with boundless talent and
imagination who believes art should stimulate the
viewer.  His artistic goal is to create metal works that
are dynamic, that intrigue the people viewing it. Tom
wants his work to engage people by evoking their
feelings and provoking questions while at the same
time challenging them, he invites the viewer to step
out of their world and see the world he lives in.
Tom has degrees in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering and a BS in Business Administration.  
Tom has had the fortune to travel extensively
throughout the world, where he learned art not only
touches everyone but changes them.   
Why Use Metal?
Turning metals into art is a physically demanding and
time-consuming effort.  Above all it takes creative
ability to look at a sheet of metal and see a piece of
contemporary art or furniture.  Metal is unique for its
strength and beauty.  It's inherently durable yet a
remarkably warm and timeless addition to a room.  To
create metal art pieces the material is cut, formed and
welded together by hand.  Finally, each completed
piece is finished in a variety of ways. Tom specializes in
the use of "Flame Coloring" this utilizes extreme heat
to color the material.  Also he patinas pieces in
Natural Rust, Polished Metal (steel in color), Hand
Painted, Powder Coated and Spray Painted.  
Copyright, Tom Shearer Metalistic Designs, 1999-2005. All rights reserved