Meet Lawrence Moore, the founder of Heavy Paper Co, a custom fabrication company based in Baltimore. With a passion for the arts, Lawrence is a New York City transplant who has been a part of the Maker community in Baltimore for five years, mainly through the Station North Tool Library as a volunteer. Lawrence's expertise lies in woodwork, metalwork, and digital fabrication, and he specializes in creating custom signage and furniture. Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous local businesses and personal clients, bringing their visions to life through fantastic and functional pieces. Drawing inspiration from the world around him, Lawrence's innovative designs showcase his dedication to creating unique and beautiful works of art.
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Lawrence Moore, founder of Heavy Paper Co, discusses his journey as a custom fabricator and the inspiration behind his work. He shares how he got started in the field and the importance of being part of a creative community. Lawrence also talks about his most unusual projects, including a Nintendo cartridge coffee table and a wooden womb sculpture. He concludes by sharing his dream project of designing and building a fraternity plot on a historically black college campus.
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