Forging Forward | Meet Max Randolph

[@TJ._..]

I have become heavily invested in your artistry since I found your tiktok page. The craftsmanship and the ideas that you generate are outstanding.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow! Thank you so much Tom! Can’t tell you how much that means to me ☺️

[@TJ._..]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios I am going into year 12 next year and am doing a class called systems engineering which embodies using gears and mechanisms to create a piece. By no means on the scale of what you design, but that creative flair/spark is something I feel as well.

[@Dr_GraysGhost_420]

That’s what I was just commenting.. glad he found tiktok.. he’ll be famous

[@EricsBBQAndMORE]

How your channel is only at 17k! We all need to help promote this guy, he should be 500k minimum!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh wow, thank you so much for the support!!

[@EricsBBQAndMORE]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios your content is so amazing, the world needs to know about you!

[@tomim7187]

Max, you are an infectious spirit spreading the wonders of smithing and creativity and artfulness. You have infected me to become more passionate about the stuff bouncing around in MY noggin. Thanks. Keep pounding away. We're all coming along for the journey.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Yessss! Get into your noggin!!! Embrace the wild worlds inside! So glad to have you along for the journey!!

[@mexicananarchy]

Lets go

[@Whyisthatthere]

Mr Max the forgemaster, amazing as always!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

I appreciate that!

[@Scottemz]

Your positivity is absolutely infectious, and it's very clear you love your craft and the community behind it. Can't wait to see what you make

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Aw wow! That really means a lot to me! Thank you!

[@veronicagomez8090]

I hope and pray all your dreams come true. I truly believe it will. God has blessed you with such a talent and wonderful gift to share with the world. You're amazing and so skillful. One day at a time and it will happen. God bless 🙏

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Veronica! You are too kind, I am so grateful for your support!

[@wayneheitz8390]

Your passion for the craft and creating is infectious, thank you. 👏

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Wayne!

[@garnettspontini1011]

I am in love with all of your work its so beautifully crafted i am in mesmerized watching you work.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Garnett! I have so much more to share with you and just can’t wait!!!

[@garnettspontini1011]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios i am so very excited to see what your brilliant mind and hands create next.

[@liliilani]

I totally get what you mean when you say, essentially, you’ll go “crazy” if you don’t create. I regret not spending more time throughout my life working with my hands to create. I so admire how you live your passion. I think that’s the recipe for true happiness. Bravo you.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

That’s so kind of you to say! There are so many opportunities to work with your hands and to create little bits of magic in our daily lives!

[@tlwood282]

Truly inspiring! My son found an interest by watching KZbin make knives and I, from your tiktok videos and these primitive build videos… decided that, even as a single mom with no experience I just knew I’d be able to make it happen. So I posted in a few Facebook groups for support and miraculous things have happened. The people in this trade and community are some of the best people and have blessed our lives immensely! We still have a long way to go but the journey has begun!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow! What an inspiring story! I’m so glad you and your son are getting into the trade!

[@Srrrokka]

You are a truly inspiring person! Every time I watch your videos I'm taken over by the urge to create

[@neomathe707]

I'm officially obsessed and I just saw his tiktok 2 minutes ago ... That door he and his team created is incredible.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Neo for the support here and on Tiktok!!

[@derangedmetalworks9489]

I first got introduced to blacksmithing when I was 14. I had a school teacher that did it as a hobby. Unfortunately less than year later I moved and wasn't able to continue. 7 years ago I started back at it as a hobby. I started back while trying to find a way to deal with ptsd. My skills are not near the level that yours are, but I hope that I will get there eventually. Your work is very inspiring and inspirational to me. Keep on hammering sir.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow! I’m so glad you were able to find your way back to smithing. It has been a great way for me to deal with my own mental/emotional challenges, so I feel you. I’m honored to hear your story and to share the smithing journey with you!

[@nikkihuffman4956]

So glad I found your page!!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

I’m so glad too!! 😁

[@DeepCreekIronWorks]

I just found your page, I am an instant fan. I have been an amateur blacksmith for about 10 years out here on the east coast of Virginia. you are an incredible inspiration. you have inspired me to think outside the box to get a few of my ideas to life and off of paper. if ever you find yourself in the Virginia Beach area of Virginia, look me up. dinner is on me sir. God Bless

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Aw wow that means so much to me!!

[@DeepCreekIronWorks]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios 👍

[@7loza]

I think you are amazing, your creativity and passion blows my mind. Jane x

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Jane!

[@roniyardley8945]

My oldest son just showed me your tiktok today, not having it myself, and I downloaded it because of you. When I heard you started a KZbin, I searched immediately. You bring my imaginations to life. I'm hooked. You're amazing

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Roni, I couldn't express how much that means to me! I'm so happy to have you on board!

[@janespencer7864]

What a universal instinct children have to a new discovery - quick peeks making sure no adults are around to spoil the fun! I can see why that campfire drew you to the forge; those glowing ember deep within have a velvety quality I long to touch. It's also such a pleasure to listen to and watch someone so excited about their craft. Thank you for inviting us into your world.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you for joining me! It’s such a joy to share my crazy world even just a little with you! More to come, can’t wait!!

[@makaylamartin8632]

At 5:20 timestamp I am just entranced by the awe and the passion in your face. I check in with your social media's every few days just to check in. Your passion is getting me into sewing again, something I learned from my grandmother but haven't done in years. Thank you max and I can't wait to see what you can create with no limits ❤

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Awe thank you Makayla!! I’m so glad you are getting back into sewing again!! What a beautiful way to be creative and honor your time with your grandmother!

[@Domarnett]

I don’t know which is more beautiful, your work or your mind. I can’t wait to join you on your future flights of fancy!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh gosh! Thank you so much! I have a lot to share with you, so glad to have you along for the journey!

[@justinboyanton7928]

You’re hands down my favorite person on any platform. Astonishing work and unmatched positivity.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh gosh! Thank you so much Justin!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Very nice to get to know u more. Your a amazing craftsmanship. It always great to see ur videos and your work. Can't wait to see more videos. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Jared! I have so much more to share with you!!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios awesome. I am a up and coming blacksmith maker as well. I always excited to see and learn.

[@davearonow65]

Just found you this morning. I am a maker myself and one of those people that live in my head. I'm very excited to see where you go next and I thank you for inspiring me as well.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much! That means a lot to me, especially coming from another maker.

[@tracyshinogle8403]

you are truly one of your generations Leonardo's :)

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Aw gosh!! That is too kind!

[@mariag358]

look at you with your fancy shmancy intro! this is awesome, Max!! i can't wait!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Aw thank you so much Maria!! I can’t wait for our journey! Thank you for watching and for all the support!!

[@moniquethe0G]

Cannot wait to accompany you on this journey. The possibilities are truly endless!!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much for the support and joining me on this adventure!! So much more to come!

[@_sketchiii__official_1665]

I stumbled Across your valhalla doors on tiktok and I must say the level of creativity and skill is astonishing to say the least. I had just started building my forge before I seen your tiktoks and I can't wait to learn how to work with metal. You make great content and I'm excited to see what new creations you bring to life⚒

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

My goodness!! That's so kind of you to say! I really appreciate it! I'll start posting the Valhalla door on here soon!

[@_sketchiii__official_1665]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios looking forward! Keep up the good work🤝

[@BulkBrogan.]

Blacksmithing is in your blood! Love that you found it organically Your content is so amazing!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh wow, thank you so much for the support! Can’t wait to share more with you!!

[@daverigby2577]

Looking forward to the adventure brother

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

So excited to have you along for the journey!

[@Iva2222]

6 minute video and it made me cry. You are such a beautiful soul. Your passion, your creativity, your hopes and dreams made me cry what I can only explain as tears of pure admiration, inspiration and joy. I can't wait to see what that outstanding mind will create, I know you will continue to make breathtaking art. There are no limits for you, especially if you start connecting with your ancestors. You're the most lovely human being possible, as you've inspired me to go back to my crafts I know you will inspire many others, keep being yourself and thank you for sharing a piece of that gorgeous mind of yours

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Why am I not crying?? Dang it you got me!! You’re far too kind! That really means so much to me

[@Iva2222]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios just saying the truth, sending a lot of love from across the world 💜

[@ConniRandwulf]

It's 100% obvious that you are doing what you were born for! I get you when you said it would cause physical pain if you weren't able to be creative. Your work is incredible 💪❤🎉! I wonder if we are related?

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you Conni!! We do have an almost identical last name, so it could be possible!

[@ConniRandwulf]

@@Max_Randolph_Studios it's identical. I just use an older version of Randolph online for fun. It was Rannulfr before it changed to Randolph which means, Shield -wolf.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

@@ConniRandwulf Heck ya!! I love it! Personally, I love our last name 😉

[@mountainwolf1]

I just found out about you some time ago through your Valhalla doors creation. I can relate to what you said about living in your head I feel most at peace when I can craft things. It is men like yourself who have inspired and inspire me to do smithing and other crafts with my hands. I will always have a lot to learn even when I am old. thank you for sharing your wisdom with us all God bless and be safe.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

I’m so glad you connect with the work! I’m right there with you, I hope I continue to learn for all my time here on earth!! There are so many wonders to discover!

[@dickertdickert9724]

I'm 14 and began smithing last year. I am eager to learn more and eventually get to your level. Really like the work you do!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

That’s amazing!! I was about your age when I started smithing, so you are definitely on the right path my friend!

[@sierrachanelcook574]

I’m so excited to see where your life is heading!!!! I can’t even begin to imagine what idea lie in your imagination, I just hope we’re all lucky enough to witness it sooner than later!!!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow, thank you so much Sierra! I’m so grateful for your support! I have so much more to share with you!!

[@Dfrantz87]

So much love brother!!! Such an incredible inspiration. ✊🏼❤️🙏🏼🍻

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

David! Man that means so much to me brother!

[@pamelaapgar8184]

Love the new intro! 🖤🖤🖤 I can’t wait to see what you make when you can freely

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Pamela!! 🖤

[@granttaylor4370]

I’ve followed your work for a while now on your different social media pages, and though I myself am not in this field of art, i find it so incredible and inspiring and beautiful. I myself am a filmmaker and something about your work and the ancient art of it and the beauty of your craft and the shapes and the form. You’re an inspiration keep making incredible things possible.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow, thank you so much Grant!! Thank you for watching and for the support!

[@veryjuiicy]

a collab with Bobby Duke Arts would be astronomical

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

What a fun idea!

[@CoutelleriedelaBrie]

That was an awesome video!! Thank you! Your passion is just so infectious it makes my day everytime!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow, thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@richdombkowski]

Max and crew have stepped up the game on this production. 💕 love the insight, art, history, and passion as always. I get so excited with the KZbin videos since they’ve always had a bit more theatrical aspect compared to ticktock.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Rich! So glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@magiofmetal7373]

Had been beyond excited to have come across your Instagram page, and didn't even think to look on KZbin. I look forward to your future works/endeavors, and the traditional "Hello Everyone".

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh wow! Thank you so much for the support! I can’t wait to share more with you!!

[@hollysawesomness]

Your work is astoundingly magnificent 👏 i would love to be your student.im always being creative and making anything with my hands.wood,clay and someday i hope to work with iron and metal and such!❤

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much! I’m currently trying to raise money for a larger shop so I can host guests, workshops, and apprentices. Also, I’m doing an online course through Patreon. You can check both out at www.max-randolph-studios.com/support

[@tomfoley1835]

😃

[@zachsmith14]

Your content is going to take off. The quality of the edit with the quality of the work you put out is incredible. From watching you on TikTok to now, I hope you continue to post your journey!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Zach! I have so much more to share with you and I can’t wait!!

[@dylanmetzger7849]

found out about you on ifunny. Awesome work. Wish I had those tools.

[@leifviking1986]

I have been watching your work on TikTok and found you on here and absolutely love the work you do. Watching you be so passionate with your work has actually inspired me to start working on things I have wanted to do, if I had space blacksmithing is another thing I want to do.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh wow! That’s so awesome! I’m so honored, keep doing the things that bring you passion!!

[@goober9188]

Your passion is an inspiration and I love to watch your content and see your creativity and artistry

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow, thank you so much Cayley!!

[@mossymushiii]

I've found you through your tiktok and your art is so magical, Your soul speaks through and you seem so so kind, I love the art you make, the passion and dedication and hours you pour into it, Cannot wait to see what you create throughout the future, I hope your able to get that second property, you truely are a one of akind art smith

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Marshal! I have so much more to share with you, just getting started!!

[@Dr_GraysGhost_420]

TikTok buddy.. the reach is far and wide.. love your work man

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much!

[@julie-alices6564]

Hello Max, what an intro, I love your artwork ! I am a former woodworker and now I do woodburning on old pieces like small tables or even wood bols or other. I like to revive old beated antique that lost there values through hard times. I restaure them and woodburn originals drawing on. Thank you for your enthusiasm and positivity !

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

How cool! I love that your passion breathes new life into old things!!

[@beedumpling3820]

I was introduced to you through TikTok, and I've been an admirer ever since. You have such remarkable talent and energy that can sow the seeds of creation in others. “The only way of discovering the limits of the possible is to venture a little way past them into the impossible.” Arthur C. Clarke. Forge forward indeed Max!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow, thank you so much!!! That quote is so inspiring! I am so grateful for your support!

[@brentelsing4447]

Your intro footage is amazing! Love your tik tok and Instagram but is so happy that you’re on KZbin! -from your small forge buddy 😁

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Wow thank you so much Brent for all the support! So grateful to have you along for the journey!

[@jadestwrt]

So excited you're on KZbin! Your work is *incredible* and I can't wait to see what you do next!

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much! I can’t wait to show you what’s next!!

[@diannaslonecker1756]

OK my sister found you and we’re checking you out beautiful. Your work is just magical to watch. If you do tours of your artistry and forge let us know we’d have to get serious about a vacation. PS I subscribed…did I tell you your hot😊

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

You are too kind Dianna! I’m working on building a new shop so I can host people, so stay tuned!

[@grommit641]

Hey max I've noticed that your videos are like hidden gems and they have a small group of people who know about them I suggest adding tags to your videos before they're posted to youtube so that way a bigger demographic can be reached and more can know about your amazing videos. (ex: #Blacksmithing #sculpting) I guarantee it will get you more people who are interested in blacksmithing to actually come across your works.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Oh that is great advice!!! Thank you so much for your words of wisdom!!

[@NalakittyAMVs]

Your work is so amazing and unique, I can’t get enough of it! But more than that, your positivity and your enthusiasm is infectious. You create such a wonderful atmosphere in every video you make, and I can’t wait to follow the journey ^_^

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Ohhhhh gosh! Thank you so much for your kind words!!! It’s such an honor to share my story with you, thank you for watching!

[@marjoleinmallee4133]

What a wonderful and truly capturing introduction! And a teaser and an invitation, haha! I’m really excited to go on this ride and very humbled to be part of the community you are building. What is in my head rarely reaches my hands and yet my head never stops. I have a difficult relationship with creativity, often mistakenly telling myself that I’m not creative as I don’t have much physical evidence to show for it. People that promote crafts and artists can feel quite unreachable to me - like they are “up there” doing what I can’t click into. Following you on tiktok has been a very different experience . You’re incredibly kind but also incredibly personable and honest. It’s satisfying to see you make your vision come to life - I’m happy and excited for you and I don’t feel like you are any different from me. Strangely so, as your work is as physical and out there as it can get! I think for me it is because you so enthusiastically share your mind and what else there is to your works beyond what we could see; creativity as a means to connect. There is clearly so much more to your creativity than just what you put out there in steel and more than you could! It makes me reflect on what creativity means to me. Your content helps think of creativity as less about what makes it into the real world and more about how amazing our minds are and how we can enjoy that together. It blows my mind that that is possible even if I never touch an anvil. So Thank you. It’s been hopeful :)

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

I am beyond blown away by your words! Ive never heard anyone so eloquently describe creativity and its raw complexity like that. It fills me with resolve and purpose to keep going and explore the depths of creativity. I’m so glad you are with me on this journey!

[@ReinaEquine]

I'm sure you have, but just in case: Have you heard The Hammer & The Anvil song by The Longest John's?

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

A great song! 😄

[@kaizunkimori]

Are you up to have an apprentice? someone willing to devote their life to learning your skill?

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

One day! Unfortunately I can’t take on an Apprentice right now because my shop is just too small, but that will change! I’m working on building a larger shop! Also, I do host an online Apprentice program through Patreon.

[@cristianandrone91]

I really hope you will find someone who can give you unlimited financial support just to build the biggest and wildest things that you'r imagination can produce.

[@Max_Randolph_Studios]

Thank you so much Cristian! One day, it could happen!