# Molten Steel Vessels Designer Josh Bittelli Creates 3D Objects with a Welding Gun By Allen Taylor | Published 2014-03-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molten-steel References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/03/13/josh-bitelli-uses-welding-equipment-to-make-containers-from-coils-of-molten-steel/) & [joshbitelli](http://www.joshbitelli.co.uk/) British designer Josh Bitelli creates 3D objects by dripping blobs of steel out of a welding gun. Bitelli uses a MIG welder conventionally used to [connect metal components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-003-clock) with melted metal wire. Bitelli draws coils of metal that eventually build up into 3D objects. Using this method, Bitelli makes renditions of everyday objects. Because Bitelli doesn't make use of any moulds, each piece is unique. Some of the objects Bitelli created include candle holders, cups, vases and tea pots. According to Bitelli the process of [3D printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-collection) disconnects people from their designs. Using his method the process becomes more intuitive; Bitelli thinks, "In this way every object has a narrative and, as with weaving, the process does not specify the form but sets the parameters." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3D Steel Printing:** The use of welding guns to create 3D objects from blobs of steel presents an innovative way to produce unique and customizable designs. - **Intuitive Design Process:** Designer Josh Bitelli's method of creating objects with a welding gun allows for a more intuitive design process, fostering creativity and individuality. - **Narrative Objects:** By using a welding gun instead of traditional 3D printing methods, objects created by Josh Bitelli have a narrative and unique quality to them. ### Where This Applies - **Metalworking:** The metalworking industry can explore the use of welding guns in creating 3D objects, expanding their capabilities and customization options. - **Design and Decor:** The design and decor industry can benefit from the unique and customizable objects created through the welding gun method, offering consumers one-of-a-kind pieces. - **Art and Sculpture:** Artists and sculptors can experiment with the welding gun technique to create intricate and narrative-driven sculptures, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Craft-Inspired 3D-Printing Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digitally-woven.md) - [Liquid Metal 3D-Printing Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-metal-printing.md) - [Textural Porcelain Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamara-efrat.md) - [Limited 3D-Printed Ceramic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyadic-series.md) - [Algorithmic Ceramic Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-ware.md) - [Raw Metal Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn.md) - [Material Art Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ferro-capsule.md) - [3D-Printed Organization Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-hopkins.md)