Connery Grissom is a metal artist living and working in Southern California, where he was born and raised. His relationship with metal began in high school, where he first learned to weld. He later honed his technical precision as an automotive chassis welder-fabricator, mastering structure, strength, and control.

In 2021, while on injury leave from his work as an EMT, Grissom began exploring welding beyond its industrial function. What started as curiosity quickly evolved into a dedicated artistic pursuit. Experimenting with heat, texture, and process, he discovered the expressive potential of the medium—learning how subtle variations in welding parameters could transform rigid steel into dynamic visual compositions.

Grissom creates textured, two-dimensional works by welding intricate designs onto stainless steel and manipulating the surface with controlled heat to produce vivid, iridescent color shifts. His pieces balance technical discipline with organic movement, merging industrial craftsmanship with fine art sensibility. Drawing inspiration from diverse visual and architectural styles, his work reflects both structural precision and creative exploration.

He has completed multiple commissioned works and regularly participates in juried art shows and competitions throughout Southern California. As his practice continues to evolve, Grissom remains committed to expanding his artistic repertoire, refining his welding techniques, and deepening his engagement with the contemporary art world.