Lou Wheeler is a Naarm/Melbourne based emerging metalwork artist with a special interest in ancient and traditional craft practices. Lou was trained by their father in traditional ironwork and is a third-generation gold/silver/blacksmith with extensive experience in machining, toolmaking and engraving. Lou's practice prioritises fundamental yet demanding techniques such as hand-engraving and forging as a means of exploring skill and craft within their broad body of work. Lou holds a Bachelor of Fine Art (Gold and Silversmithing), RMIT.