Giraffe made from scrap metal - 8ft -2.4m

[@AndyCPugh]

An awesome build! Great choice of music too! And compressing that much work into a 3 minute video without losing any sense of what was going on - tremendous work.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Andy Pugh Thank you Andy 😊. Yes I like a fast paced style that keeps the story flowing, let’s face it we’ve all sat through a lot of loonnngg KZbin videos 😂

[@phunkissartisticcreations2316]

Outstanding work! We really enjoy scrap metal art and have a three part video series on our channel of some sculptures we made, but have never attempted anything that large. Your proportions and contours are spot on and the video was a great watch. We're so glad you found us so we could find you back!

[@MattBerryCustom]

PhunKiss Artistic Creations You’re my new favourite people! Thank you for the lovely comments, I’ll be sure to check out the rest of your videos on Sunday. Thank you so much for the positivity!

[@phunkissartisticcreations2316]

@@MattBerryCustom and you're ours! Your work is fantastic and your videos are exceptional. Please, please keep it up!

[@garyjones8973]

Well done mate yet another great display of your fine craftsmanship engineering and artistry skills, you’re a great teacher and proud to say a great friend, i cant thank you enough for all your input and help with my projects, keep them videos coming.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Gary Jones Thank you Gary, I’m touched by your comments, they mean a lot from a superb craftsman like yourself. You’re most welcome for my influence and thanks for being a sounding board for my madness and for being such a good friend! 👍🏻

[@ManoManoUK]

Beautifully filmed, and AMAZING outcome - fab job 👏

[@MattBerryCustom]

ManoMano UK Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 It was a very enjoyable project to do and my client is absolutely delighted with it! 😊

[@TheMessyStudio]

Brilliant piece of artwork, Berry! Billy

[@MattBerryCustom]

Billy Burt Thanks Billy! After all this metalwork I’m desperate to get working with wood again!

[@MadebyBrent]

Awesome project! I wish I was as creative as you!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Made by Brent Thanks Brent! And you are incredibly creative! I’ve just lived three times longer and had time to dream up stupid ideas! IF ANYBODY IS READING THESE COMMENTS, FOLLOW BRENT! AN INCREDIBLY TALENTED WOODWORKER 👍🏻

[@MadebyBrent]

Thanks Matt!

[@timsway]

Fantastic!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks Tim! 100% reclaimed. Brake rotors, old industrial racking, commercial dish washer and hydraulic pipe!

[@whatsshanemaking4384]

Ok I was impressed when I saw the pics on instagram but now I’ve seen the video I’m blown away 😳😳😳😳😳 absolutely incredible build, so many skills used . Hope to see more builds like this. Well done Matt 👍👍👍😍

[@MattBerryCustom]

Whats Shane Making? Thanks Shane, that’s a really kind thing to say. There definitely will be more in the future, I’ve just accepted another commission on the strength of this build. But in the meantime I’m missing working with wood and I’m entering the Dirty Smith’s challenge. 👍🏻

[@whatsshanemaking4384]

Berry Custom p.s i smile when I here you’re name on the reclaimed audio pod cast 😝😝😊

[@MattBerryCustom]

Whats Shane Making? Ha ha! It seems very strange to me hear it, but those boys are worth it, listening to their back catalogue has got me through some long hours in the workshop.... plus they are cheaper than “making it” podcast! 🤣😂

[@FigmentsMade]

Fantastic!!! The giraffe is wonderful and you did an amazing job with the video! You really nailed the contours, the head is fabulous and then you went and added plates for the giraffe's spots. Awesome!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Figments Made Thank you Sharon 😊 No matter what I tried I couldn’t film it to do it justice, the spots are stainless steel and every one is at a different angle and catches the sunlight so beautifully. Very pleased with it 😊

[@FigmentsMade]

Berry Custom Some things you just have to experience in person, but it sounds quite lovely!

[@32deniro]

Absolutely stunning piece once again..... keep on inspiring my friend 👌👍

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks my friend! And I’m thrilled that you find me inspirational, that means so much!

[@TomPetersonRefuseReuse]

Great project and the video is great as usual. At about 2:46 when the music changed, I almost expected a lion to come running out and chase the giraffe. Now I'm going to watch again with my boys, they will appreciate your build and clowning around too.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Refuse Reuse Thank you! I’m really glad you appreciate my attempt at humour and I hope the young uns like it. 😊

[@andrewreid4337]

I’ve seen it all now! Great job man!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Blue Bear Designs Thank you! Much appreciated. Hope all is well with you up in sunny Scotland! 👍🏻

[@andrewreid4337]

Berry Custom all good here, sun is shining bright

[@keefykeef]

This needs to go viral!!! Amazing work 👏👏👏

[@MattBerryCustom]

Keith Brown Thank you Keith, as for going Viral I do hope so! 👍🏻

[@baldcreations8044]

Mate it looked cool on instagram but this is just brilliant, and I'd never known you'd not done this before, so so cool. well done mate

[@MattBerryCustom]

Mark Bennett Bald Creations Thanks Mark! I will be doing more, I’ve now had three requests for commissions so I must be doing g something right! 👍🏻

[@MrGeoffreySmith]

Wowzers! That really is fantastic! A thousand bloodyhellwelldones! Great work! 🤓

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks big man! Really appreciate that! 👍🏻

[@SlowandExpensive]

That's so cool! You'll have to rent a crane if they decide to have you make it's Mama and Papa!😊

[@MattBerryCustom]

Slow and Expensive Thank you! Definitely with you on that one! Baby was heavy enough! 😂

[@SCRAPWOODTOCRAFTWOOD]

Just what everyone needs a giraffe in thier back garden great video mate 👍👍

[@MattBerryCustom]

Ha! Cheers Warren! Yes it might be a bit big for my garden though but it looks great in its new home 👍🏻

[@carriebeecrafts8685]

It's just completely fantastic! Well done!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thank you! Without your support behind me none of this would be possible 😊XX

[@RichardMartin]

Holy moly! That’s magnificent. Love it!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thank you Sir! Much appreciated!

[@TakamiWoodshop]

Love it mate !

[@MattBerryCustom]

Rob Trautvetter - Takami Woodshop Cheers Rob! Much appreciated mate!

[@Thunkworks]

Looks great Matt and the ears really suit you 🤣

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thunkworks Matt They are my natural ones, that’s why I always wear a hat! 😂

[@WaveCyclesCreative]

That's fantastic, Matt! Id really like to give myself the freedom to attempt a sculpture or two. Perhaps once I've got the space... and a client (the two go hand in hand) 😂

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks Jim! It’s very liberating in a way, just letting your imagination run free. I loved it but I’m glad it’s gone to its forever home now! Can’t wait to see what you come up with with your amazing skills!

[@WaveCyclesCreative]

You really are way too kind, Matt! Looking forward to your next vid!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Wave Cycles Seriously my friend, you’ve got tremendous skills! Started working on my next build for KZbin, all I can say is those zombies are not going to know what’s hit them 😉......

[@CammiesGarage]

Wonderful piece of art! Nicely done. Next time you make an animal, you could make it look a bit more dynamic by offsetting the legs or turning the head/neck to make it look like it's walking or looking around.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Cammie's Garage Hi there, thank you for your nice comments. I hear what you’re saying, originally it was going to be walking but I anticipated stability issues on the uneven ground it was going to be located on and it’s heavy weight. Didn’t show it on the video because the footage was poor but the neck does bend for a variety of eating positions!

[@MakeItSoph]

That looks epic Matt! Brilliant work! So much potential in junk 😍🦒

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks Soph! I’ve got the bug now so I think I’ll be doing a lot more metal sculpture in future! 😊

[@ClintRoseCarving]

Recommended by Rag n Bone Brown and rightly so! Loved it and I'm all for recycling!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thank you! Very kind of you to say! I’m very passionate about recycling and using junk in my work, a lot more of this type of video to come! Health and happiness to you! Matt!

[@JohntheSchreiner]

That looks awesome! Well done!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thanks John! Really enjoyed doing it but I’m glad to get working with wood again. 😊

[@russterman1]

Nice one Matt. Would like to know the thought processes behind , if you fancy doing another edit with narration ?!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Russell Watkins Hello there. I’ve no plans to do a narration as yet, this is due to time constraints with the business and also I’m not used to the whole speaking on camera thing! This will change in future videos. If you want to contact me through my website or Instagram (links at the end of the video) I will happily answer any questions with regards to the design process. Thank you for positivity and thanks for watching. 👍🏻

[@russterman1]

Thanks for the reply Matt. Loving all your work BTW. Interesting that someone commented "A K A Jimmy Diresta" Be great to have a Brit maker on the same level as him, (no pressure :-) ). You are definitely on the way with what you`ve done so far. Good luck with it all, looking forward to next video.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Russell Watkins Wow! That’s an amazing thing to say! I can’t promise I’ll get to his level but I can promise I’ll do my best to improve my creative skills, my videography and my story telling. More videos on their way! Thanks again!

[@elizabethsuggs2417]

Very nice.

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thank you, at some point this summer I shall be making a warthog to keep it company! Appreciate you taking the time to watch my video!

[@shaundavies4741]

amazing!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Cheers Shaun! Much appreciated mate!

[@brindmusicnerd]

Wow....!

[@MattBerryCustom]

Thank you! A lovely thing to say!

[@rairamsantos7704]

Voce teria um vídeo mais detalhado?

[@MattBerryCustom]

Sadly I don’t have a more detailed video, I didn’t have the time. Thank you for watching 👍🏻

[@44lksd]

Yes, I'll take one. . . . . . or two. . . . . . . or a herd . . . . . .

[@MattBerryCustom]

A herd? Have you any idea how much these things eat? 😉 Thank you for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻