(Feb. 2, 2017) Steel N Glory Owner Jordan Pippin was stunned when he received Local Artist of the Year recognition during the Berlin Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner on Jan. 25.
“I was completely stoked and honored,” Pippin said. “When they called my name, I was shocked.”
Pippin opened his shop last summer on Washington Street in Berlin. He specializes in custom-made metal, plasma cutting, home décor, woodworking, custom fabrication and promotional pieces for businesses.
“I find joy and pleasure in being able to create something exactly how someone wants it,” Pippin said. “I love what I do. The combination of specialty tools and the passion I have for what I do [makes his work special.]”
Steel N Glory began a few years ago while Pippin ran his plumbing business, Pippin Contracting, which is still in operation.
“Welding was always a side hobby, and I’ve been working towards where I am today for quite some time,” Pippin said. “I decided I wanted to purchase a shop, and Berlin was where I looked to set my feet.”
“I was born and raised here. Things are moving in the right direction and I am devoting more time to the shop,” he added. “I want to take Steel N Glory to the next level.”
By purchasing a CNC plasma cutter, Pippin can engrave, route and metal-cut any sign, décor or furniture piece.
“It is very broad and specific in its ability, and allows for work on more intricate and smaller pieces, such as a keychain bottle opener,” Pippin said. “From a small design to a 10-foot sign and everything in between, we incorporate the plasma cutter with welding and other fabrication tools.”
The Berlin native is open to new ideas and loves being creative with metal, while creating pieces for his customers.
On Monday, Pippin was working on a large conference table for a mortgage company and custom handrails for the interior of a dream home.
In Berlin, Pippin created three signs at Gilbert’s Provisions, a charcuterie, cheese, and fermented foods shop, which also carries some of his handmade pieces for sale. Around the corner at Bruder Hill, Pippin made custom hooks for the dressing rooms.
Pippin also worked on the metal aspect of the Shark on the Harbor sign, in West Ocean City, and created an interior sign at the nearby Culture restaurant, in addition to having metal art there for sale, hanging on the walls.
“Whether it’s for a personal home, restaurant or retail business, I am open to any ideas or metalwork,” Pippin said. “I have pride and passion in what I do, whether it’s signage, custom design, or a display unit.”
Steel N Glory, on 305 Washington Street in Berlin, is open Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 443-497-4215 before stopping by to make sure Pippen is not on an emergency plumbing call.
“I was completely stoked and honored,” Pippin said. “When they called my name, I was shocked.”
Pippin opened his shop last summer on Washington Street in Berlin. He specializes in custom-made metal, plasma cutting, home décor, woodworking, custom fabrication and promotional pieces for businesses.
“I find joy and pleasure in being able to create something exactly how someone wants it,” Pippin said. “I love what I do. The combination of specialty tools and the passion I have for what I do [makes his work special.]”
Steel N Glory began a few years ago while Pippin ran his plumbing business, Pippin Contracting, which is still in operation.
“Welding was always a side hobby, and I’ve been working towards where I am today for quite some time,” Pippin said. “I decided I wanted to purchase a shop, and Berlin was where I looked to set my feet.”
“I was born and raised here. Things are moving in the right direction and I am devoting more time to the shop,” he added. “I want to take Steel N Glory to the next level.”
By purchasing a CNC plasma cutter, Pippin can engrave, route and metal-cut any sign, décor or furniture piece.
“It is very broad and specific in its ability, and allows for work on more intricate and smaller pieces, such as a keychain bottle opener,” Pippin said. “From a small design to a 10-foot sign and everything in between, we incorporate the plasma cutter with welding and other fabrication tools.”
The Berlin native is open to new ideas and loves being creative with metal, while creating pieces for his customers.
On Monday, Pippin was working on a large conference table for a mortgage company and custom handrails for the interior of a dream home.
In Berlin, Pippin created three signs at Gilbert’s Provisions, a charcuterie, cheese, and fermented foods shop, which also carries some of his handmade pieces for sale. Around the corner at Bruder Hill, Pippin made custom hooks for the dressing rooms.
Pippin also worked on the metal aspect of the Shark on the Harbor sign, in West Ocean City, and created an interior sign at the nearby Culture restaurant, in addition to having metal art there for sale, hanging on the walls.
“Whether it’s for a personal home, restaurant or retail business, I am open to any ideas or metalwork,” Pippin said. “I have pride and passion in what I do, whether it’s signage, custom design, or a display unit.”
Steel N Glory, on 305 Washington Street in Berlin, is open Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 443-497-4215 before stopping by to make sure Pippen is not on an emergency plumbing call.