Lonn Elletson is a self-taught, innovative artist who is not bound by convention, but influenced by the craft and artistry of blacksmithing traditions in the old west.

“My artistic passion has always been sustained by the desire to offer works of art that are functional, unique in design, competitively priced, and of exceptional quality. I endeavor to design exciting new products that promote interest and a positive response from my devoted clientele acquired over the past twenty plus years.”

Examples of unique materials he utilizes in creating many one-of-a-kind art pieces include antique barbed wire and century-old lumber salvaged from a retired Arizona gold mine, both dating back to the 1800’s. From these materials and other metals, Lonn designs and creates decorative light switch covers, jewelry, hand-forged large-scale barbed wire furniture and accessories for western, wildlife, and southwestern decorators.

Lonn has been involved as a designer and craftsman from an early age. “I do not remember a time when I wasn't interested in creative pursuits.” In high school, Lonn excelled in shop classes and built cars and sand rails from the ground up in his free time. His background includes studies in mechanical engineering, architectural design and business administration at Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona in Tucson. Since the mid 80s, Lonn has developed a style that is both innovative in design and specializes in blacksmithing techniques, sculpting, and utilizing specific oxidizing and patina processes.

His early successes in local art shows paved the way for opportunities to exhibit in many “Top 200” art shows nationwide, having been honored on numerous occasions with “Best of Show” and “Best Booth” awards. Check out his Show Schedule to see if he is heading your way. He’d love it if you dropped by to say “Howdy.”

Lonn’s newest lines of jewelry are a li’l country, li’l girly, li’l rockin rebel and a whole lot of bling. One of Lonn’s most popular collections include rustic decorative light switch covers, offering countless sizes, combinations, and styles reflecting the old west, the great outdoors, and southwestern decor. Another line features hand-forged “Big Barbs” furnishings and accessories including a full selection of bathroom accessories, hat racks, railings, lamps, headboards, tables, fireplace screens, and fireplace tools.

Lonn resides in the historic western town of Cave Creek, Arizona, which is nestled in the rugged yet scenic desert foothills north of Phoenix and Scottsdale – the epitome of the old west. This scenic desert landscape provides an inspirational setting for his creative pursuits as a craftsman and artist.