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My Strength, Support and Passion

January 14, 2021 Scott Hardy

My Strength, Support and Passion have always came from my family but no one can truly succeed in a career without mentors. I have been blessed! My first Craftsman mentor was Saddlemaker Chuck Stormes. A couple years into Silver work full-time I took a booth at a trade fair in Calgary, Alberta. A … [Read more...]

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2021 Marks My 40th Year

January 14, 2021 Scott Hardy

2021 marks my 40th Year as a Full Time "Professional" Western Silversmith. Although Self-Taught I've been Blessed with incredible Mentors throughout the years. Each Month this Year I will Share stories of this Journey. Thank You Scott … [Read more...]

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Cowboys & Indians Magazine

February 14, 2020 Scott Hardy

THERE’S SOME SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN SCENERY OUTSIDE SCOTT HARDY’S SILVERSMITHING STUDIO, and he’s got big windows on all four sides to maximize the views and inspiration. To place you geographically, he’ll tell you it’s 45 miles south of Calgary, in the beautiful rolling foothills of the Canadian … [Read more...]

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Western Horseman Profile

January 23, 2019 Scott Hardy

He and his wife, Leslie, borrowed just enough money to send Hardy from their home in southern Alberta, Canada, to eastern Washington State for three days of mentoring from silversmith Mark Drain. Time with a respected Western bright-cut engraver was priceless to Hardy, who was mostly … [Read more...]

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COWBOY OBJET D’ART

January 30, 2017 Scott Hardy

From Western Horse Review EMBELLISHING A HORSE AND RIDER with precious metal is a tradition as old as man on horseback, and deserves the respect of being done one piece at a time by hand, says silver/goldsmith, Scott Hardy. The marrow of that quote cradles the worship-like passion Hardy has for … [Read more...]

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Refining western art traditions

December 12, 2016 Scott Hardy

Longview-area artist forged unexpected career as silversmith by Don Patterson, Okotoks Western Wheel Weekend. Photos by Don Patterson and courtesy Scott Hardy Collection Becoming a highly respected and sought after western artist and craftsman was not in Scott Hardy’s plans as he enrolled in … [Read more...]

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Chalice and Paten

July 7, 2016 Scott Hardy

As a Western Silversmith for over 35 years I love to design and create buckles, horse and human Western Jewellery of all kinds. People that know me also understand that I believe being a Western Silversmith goes far beyond that and a large part of my mission is to portray the elegance of the West. … [Read more...]

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35 Years A Silversmith

March 9, 2016 Scott Hardy

2016 marks my 35th year as a full time Western Silversmith. Over the next few months I will try and provide anyone interested a glimpse into not only my journey but also my passion and philosophies. Some of the questions and statements I often hear are "How did you get started? You must come from … [Read more...]

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NCWHM Video

October 2, 2015 Scott Hardy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umIUING9MuE&feature=youtu.be Welcome to Alberta, Canada! Listen in as Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA) founding member Scott Hardy tells us about the embodiment of the west that can be found in the art of saddle making, bit and spur making, silver smith … [Read more...]

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WOW, Today I turn 58!

June 9, 2015 Scott Hardy

WOW, Today I turn 58! My brain says your only 25 but my body says,"nope you are 58"! Birthdays always make me think of the great journey so far and the fantastic people that I owe thanks to. My family for a great childhood filled with history , horses and the freedom to make mistakes, use … [Read more...]

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  • My Strength, Support and Passion
  • 2021 Marks My 40th Year
  • Cowboys & Indians Magazine
  • Western Horseman Profile
  • COWBOY OBJET D’ART
  • Refining western art traditions
  • Chalice and Paten

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