Man Welds "Life Size" GOT Steel Dragon - COOLEST THING I'VE EVER MADE EP23

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  • Master metal sculptor Kevin Stone of Chilliwack B.C creations are truly otherworldly. He's created art for clients all over the world (including a giant eagle for Dolly Parton's Dollywood.) In this episode we visit him in his B.C shop to see some of his work, including his most impressive sculpture yet….A massive 15,000 lbs. fire breathing dragon sculpture based off Game of Thrones that took him 2 years to complete. Check out Kevin's CZcams Channel here for more:
    / @metalsculptorkevinsto...
    Follow us on Instagram @coolestthing for behind the scenes and other fun stuff.
    Producer/Director: Guy Georgeson
    Editor: Mark Westburg
    Director of Photography: Andrew Sheppard
    Associate Producer: Laura Morris
    Music licensed from: Pond5, Epidemic Sound
    Stock Media provided by Marscott / Pond5
    Big thank you to the Bell Fund for additional funding of this season!
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Komentáře • 677

  • @CoolestThing
    @CoolestThing  Před rokem +22

    Thanks for watching and be sure to Subscribe for more Coolest Things! To see more of Kevin's art, check out his channel here: www.youtube.com/@metalsculptorkevinstone431 Cheers! - Guy (Producer/Creator, Coolest Thing I've Ever Made)

  • @john_doe_not_found
    @john_doe_not_found Před rokem +405

    Come back to this when the Dragon is finished and mounted together in it's final spot. It does look amazing and I want to see the whole thing together.

    • @CoolestThing
      @CoolestThing  Před rokem +44

      That would be great to see it in place. You can check out the latest on Kevin's channel here in the meantime: czcams.com/video/yT2BfCjD9sY/video.html

    • @RainAngel111
      @RainAngel111 Před rokem +38

      It's been completed but unfortunately the original buyer has sort of changed their mind. They paid of course, but Drogon has been put into storage instead of displayed as it should be. It's a shame. Hopefully it will get a permanent home soon

    • @henryD9363
      @henryD9363 Před rokem +7

      ​@@RainAngel111 sad to hear that. I hope the dragon lives forever

    • @ashash7513
      @ashash7513 Před rokem +1

      ​@@RainAngel111 How is it "As it should be" , that's subjective and up to the buyer. It doesn't come with a contractor with instructions on what you can do with it 😂

    • @EL-em3mn
      @EL-em3mn Před rokem +15

      I know you got paid and it shouldn't matter what the buyer does with it but damn that sucks. The hundreds and hundreds of hours spent on drogon and the result is being thrown in a proverbial cardboard box and forgotten about. I would be furious such as you are about my greatest life's work going being discarded like that.

  • @fraa888grindr6
    @fraa888grindr6 Před rokem +199

    Your dragon, mounted atop a Gothic stone structure such as a European castle or cathedral, would be an unparalleled sight; especially emitting flame at dusk. Stellar work.

    • @hellomate639
      @hellomate639 Před rokem +2

      I love it....
      I think there's this look to old world stuff that this dragon is starting to have - I think it still has some hints of modern feel in it, but it's actually got a bit of that old world hand-made, mentally envisioned look.
      I think it actually DOES belong on top of such a building and that we should be building such things today.
      The world should be full of magic even if you don't believe in magic. Part of our depression as a society is that we reject our human tendency to see spirits in everything, so everything is sort of empty and sucks our spirits out. Pagan religions tended to worship in nature and worship deities of nature, as if those deities and spirits embodied themselves in the forces of nature.
      This gave a magical sense of reality, a spiritual sense that kept us alive and heightened. You can imagine how much different Christianity would seem like in such a world, how much more vibrant it would be, for instance.
      That's why we're depressed. That has been relegated to a literary genre "fantasy."

    • @craigbradl4139
      @craigbradl4139 Před rokem

      VERY VERY COOL!

    • @fraa888grindr6
      @fraa888grindr6 Před rokem +2

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ ... I die daily, I Co 15:31 NASB

    • @computerjantje
      @computerjantje Před rokem +4

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Please get serious help. quoting from a book will not help you or others to have a better life.

    • @SmokeyMcb
      @SmokeyMcb Před rokem

      @@computerjantje
      We ought to obey God rather than men.

  • @MOONRAK3R23
    @MOONRAK3R23 Před rokem +127

    This man is a True Master of his Craft!! Amazing work.

    • @CoolestThing
      @CoolestThing  Před rokem +4

      He is amazing! Such care for artistry and detail, it's mind boggling.

    • @MOONRAK3R23
      @MOONRAK3R23 Před rokem +1

      @@CoolestThing Yes it is indeed!

    • @lewisfountain
      @lewisfountain Před 11 měsíci

      @@CoolestThing yes very good art work but the welding tho ? could of done better

  • @chiptenor
    @chiptenor Před rokem +157

    As a professional artist (painter), all I can say is...'Unbelievable'! He's a Michelangelo of the 20th/21st century- in steel other than marble. Totally wonderful!!!

    • @CoolestThing
      @CoolestThing  Před rokem +9

      Totally agree! Thank you for watching! Cheers- Guy

    • @MajesticMichigan
      @MajesticMichigan Před rokem +3

      I would go not that far because marble and michael angelo shows no seam.
      The artwork will flow with no idea Where it started, Picked up, Staged And finished.
      To say michael angelo is to say the best ever in history Of man.
      He has made a dragon that i've never seen before. He made the never ending dragon he made its bully.
      I imagine this thing just sitting at the end of my driveway on top of my garage pitching down on a forty five... And just melts all the snow all over the place and it just flows right down the pitch and grade of the slope. FIRE!! sprahhhhhhhhaaaaaa. < fire sound from his mouth. lol.

    • @tylerberman7527
      @tylerberman7527 Před 11 měsíci

      @@MajesticMichigan i wouldnt say theyre comparable yeah, still cool tho

  • @IHateThisHandleSystem
    @IHateThisHandleSystem Před rokem +54

    If I were rich, this is the kind of art I would spend my money on.

    • @BasedF-15Pilot
      @BasedF-15Pilot Před rokem +3

      This is why you're not rich.

    • @IHateThisHandleSystem
      @IHateThisHandleSystem Před rokem +5

      @@BasedF-15Pilot You know what they say about people who make assumptions, don't you?

    • @iwillhaveyourorder5174
      @iwillhaveyourorder5174 Před rokem

      @@BasedF-15Pilot oh please, rich people spend money on the most stupidest shit, this actually is cool

    • @PeekabooEUDK
      @PeekabooEUDK Před 11 měsíci

      @@BasedF-15Pilot This is such a stupid comment. You are not that bright

    • @Bugman563
      @Bugman563 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@IHateThisHandleSystem DOnt be angry to him. Rather laugh about it and see it as a joke. It's healthier. I agree to your original comment and would do the same.

  • @ashleyking6743
    @ashleyking6743 Před rokem +44

    Holy crap. Mate that looks absolutely amazing. The way you used the weld to texture the horns is incredible. Can’t wait to see the finished product set up breathing flames everywhere

  • @greggreg2263
    @greggreg2263 Před rokem +74

    As a welder and a metal artist myself, I have to say absolutely phenomenal top-notch work🙏

    • @53Peterbilt
      @53Peterbilt Před rokem +2

      Couldn't have said it better! 😎👍^^^

    • @backagain5216
      @backagain5216 Před rokem +2

      I thought I had an artistic side. I put together a model airplane but got too much glue on the windshield and put the wing on upside down. Never use gorilla glue.

    • @greggreg2263
      @greggreg2263 Před rokem +2

      @@backagain5216 that’s all good. At least you didn’t put it in your hair.😁💪🙌✅

    • @backagain5216
      @backagain5216 Před rokem +2

      @@greggreg2263 You wanna bet? I had an itchy scalp! 😂😂😂

    • @53Peterbilt
      @53Peterbilt Před rokem +2

      @@backagain5216 you guys are killing me!! 🤣🤣

  • @orangehatmusic225
    @orangehatmusic225 Před rokem +16

    Man built a real life dragon. And I gotta say. I am impressed.

  • @TonyLilley
    @TonyLilley Před rokem +19

    Just wow. The epitome of human artistry makes all the bad things about humanity melt away. Artists make life worth living.

  • @johnnyblade6088
    @johnnyblade6088 Před rokem +6

    The game of thrones dragon is probably the coolest thing I've ever seen! Spectacular job!

  • @mikerider8540
    @mikerider8540 Před rokem +8

    This man's work is stunning.

  • @tracybarber-kier1669
    @tracybarber-kier1669 Před 11 měsíci +4

    🤯 Your work is WONDERFUL!! Your dragon is MAGNIFICENT!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @janeencalaway1862
    @janeencalaway1862 Před rokem +4

    Dragons have always been my favorite mythical creature. Your sculpture of Drogon is magnificent!

  • @mikecothran7912
    @mikecothran7912 Před rokem +6

    This man has definitely left his mark on the world. I hope one day he can achieve his dream of the largest, but he definitely is a master of his craft. So much much detail that it is insane. There could and should be an entire documentary of this man and his sculptures. I would love to see more videos of his works installed along with people’s reactions to them.

  • @laxtobuttgroyn1193
    @laxtobuttgroyn1193 Před rokem +2

    Sculptors proove it's possible to create true, literal perfection. The real thing. Perfetion. Right there. Here's an example.

  • @virvegeorgeson1711
    @virvegeorgeson1711 Před rokem +5

    An amazingly cool dragon sculpture! Thanks to the Coolest Thing for this excellent video

  • @theawesomer
    @theawesomer Před rokem +6

    Incredible artistry! I know it's hard work, but Kevin has the coolest job.

  • @jameswarren423
    @jameswarren423 Před rokem +19

    Your artwork is beyond phenomenal! Truly remarkable I have never seen anything like it and your skill level is insane! Keep up the videos please and thank you for sharing your incredible talent🙏🏼👍🏼🤩❤️

  • @emjaybee2799
    @emjaybee2799 Před rokem +3

    I am gobsmacked, that's is incredible. A true dragon Master. Where can I admire and touch this awesome work of art?

  • @johnwood551
    @johnwood551 Před rokem +5

    I can’t wait to see it finished and mounted ! Beautiful work !!!

  • @MrKuben1966
    @MrKuben1966 Před 17 dny +1

    Thank God for Artists like you, keep up the awesome work....

  • @maryannkochanski5777
    @maryannkochanski5777 Před 11 měsíci +4

    I wish all humans used their best potential like this incredible artist! Beyond well done!

  • @kevin982
    @kevin982 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Just looking at one of his creations, I would think it would take years to do, but he has so many projects it's mindblowing.

  • @padawanviolinist
    @padawanviolinist Před rokem +5

    That’s hell of impressive. And the fact you maintain the shape with stainless show your years of experience with metal

  • @krodax3639
    @krodax3639 Před rokem +2

    got dragon scenes are some of the most epic moments ever created in film and has been my desktop wallpaper for years now… just sick what this dude made

  • @Titan52berg
    @Titan52berg Před rokem +3

    This guy's artistry goes way beyond mere descriptions like awesome, magnificent, spectacular, incredible.... it is an entirely unique masterpiece of metal sculpture created by a genius craftsman!!!

  • @vd6070
    @vd6070 Před rokem +3

    Imagine having this guy be the one in possession of the night at the museum tablet, absolutely insane

  • @harleygould7255
    @harleygould7255 Před rokem +2

    Now THIS can truly be labelled EPIC.

  • @hemlock8653
    @hemlock8653 Před rokem +4

    Wow! This man is a true artist.

  • @samael335
    @samael335 Před rokem +27

    That's incredible! If you want to make the worlds largest sculpture, I think you're going to need a bigger door.

  • @user-xt5oe2gm5v
    @user-xt5oe2gm5v Před 16 dny +1

    Trey.
    Man art.
    Good on you, dude.

  • @joellaogilvie2744
    @joellaogilvie2744 Před rokem +2

    Your work is absolutely amazing. As a designer who has done little designs for jewelry and children’s toys I can’t imagine how hard it must be to see each section individually and as a part of the bigger picture. Absolutely phenomenal!

  • @m.n.8957
    @m.n.8957 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Wow, great job Kevin!

  • @Skillnessa
    @Skillnessa Před rokem +1

    This is the coolest thing ever!! I LOVE Game Of Thrones and this Drogon is AMAZING!!! I hope he will mount this thing in my garden when i become a millionaire! 😍🥰💗

  • @eewilson9835
    @eewilson9835 Před 22 dny +1

    I've seen the biggest bird in the world, MT, and a Massive Dragon, ID, don't stop, my whole positive outlook returned in an instant, art heals, its the best answer, every single time.

  • @bicyclist2
    @bicyclist2 Před rokem +4

    WOW! This is seriously impressive. I love it. I'd love to see one of his sculptures in person some day. Thank you.

  • @Charlielizard
    @Charlielizard Před rokem +8

    Incredible build and so beautiful.

    • @CoolestThing
      @CoolestThing  Před rokem +1

      It sure is! Detail is unreal. Thanks for watching Chuck! Cheers- Guy

    • @Charlielizard
      @Charlielizard Před rokem

      @@CoolestThing Am completely amazed at the amount of time and incredible detail with your dragon. The best is that it will be around for many generations to admire. Had to subscribe. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @randyrodriguez9320
    @randyrodriguez9320 Před 15 dny +1

    Respect true artist and Craftsman 🤜🏼🤛🏼

  • @clintonneuhaus1818
    @clintonneuhaus1818 Před 11 měsíci +2

    I'm practically speechless. The Dragon was awe inspiring.

  • @crystalperry6370
    @crystalperry6370 Před rokem +1

    I agree with John Doe. I would love to see it mounted in its home. You do beautiful work. Keep it up. I hope you get your dream.

  • @reverserestorations26
    @reverserestorations26 Před rokem +7

    I saw that eagle and Chinese dragon in person and they were some of the most incredible things I've ever seen.

    • @sciencecompliance235
      @sciencecompliance235 Před 11 měsíci

      Chinese? This is a Game of Thrones dragon which is based on European mythology.

    • @reverserestorations26
      @reverserestorations26 Před 11 měsíci

      @@sciencecompliance235 He also built a Chinese dragon. It's shown for a brief snippet in the video.

    • @sciencecompliance235
      @sciencecompliance235 Před 11 měsíci

      @@reverserestorations26 Yeah, I saw that after doing more research. My bad.

  • @DespaceMan
    @DespaceMan Před rokem +6

    Lots of people dream of doing stuff like this but people forget it aren't cheap, he is one lucky man to be able to create art like this. I can't even afford a sheet of stainless steel let alone a whole workshop, some people are lucky & I'm happy to see more of his creative artwork it defiantly put a smile on my face.

  • @JamesBond-oe5px
    @JamesBond-oe5px Před 16 dny +2

    It's not only hard to work with stainless steel it's also expensive material Good job

  • @geewelch
    @geewelch Před 25 dny +1

    What a true master. Unbelievable!

  • @PHARRAOH
    @PHARRAOH Před rokem +2

    from a guy who works with metals, I know the majority of people seeing this will not realize the amount of time and work went into each claw, to begin with! The amount of weld passes in this is crazy. Pure awesome!

  • @1corinthians-138
    @1corinthians-138 Před rokem +3

    Incredible piece of art. ❤❤

  • @patriciajrs46
    @patriciajrs46 Před 21 dnem +1

    Beautiful work! Thank you for having talent, skills, and imangination.

  • @sohnwehseler9327
    @sohnwehseler9327 Před 10 dny +1

    Amazing!!! Heading over to Kevin's youtube channel now

  • @brettwainscott1165
    @brettwainscott1165 Před 19 dny +2

    Absolutely cool!!

  • @johnmca5643
    @johnmca5643 Před rokem +1

    Wow.....I'm glad you put cars aside. This is your passion!

  • @gregorycatren3442
    @gregorycatren3442 Před 15 dny +1

    Definitely awesome..you are an ARTIST FOR SURE....

  • @jaimestewart8295
    @jaimestewart8295 Před rokem +1

    Wow , now you know that dude looks forward to getting up everyday and going to work. Way too cool👍

  • @hippiecowgirl4231
    @hippiecowgirl4231 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Simply (?) MAGNIFICENT !!! * Chefs kiss*

  • @walterrumohr7090
    @walterrumohr7090 Před 11 dny +1

    Brilliantly done. Bravo ❤

  • @user-wh4nc7uz3q
    @user-wh4nc7uz3q Před 17 dny +1

    MY GOSH! YOU ARE SO FREAKING TALENTED & SUCH A VISIONARY!!! YOU, SIR ARE THE BOMB!
    FROM VALERIE, ( 66 Y.O)

  • @bitchinbob2045
    @bitchinbob2045 Před rokem +2

    It IS very cool !

  • @charlibaltimore7641
    @charlibaltimore7641 Před rokem +3

    😳😳🤯🤯 I can honestly say that I have NEVER, EVER been so impressed! My land man, you have skill beyond skill!! Every piece of work you showed here is magnificent!! Never has my ghast been so flabbered! Beautiful work!

    • @hippiecowgirl4231
      @hippiecowgirl4231 Před 11 měsíci

      Great comment ! Your flabbergasted made me actually laugh out loud. Thanks for that ! Best comment by far !

  • @jo-ellen3919
    @jo-ellen3919 Před 17 dny +1

    CRAZY CREATIVE GUY😊..SO AWESOME...I LOVE DRAGONS...THESE ARE THE BEST...

  • @verduzcocrochetcreations3404

    That is so remarkable what a talent this man has.

  • @mightysrk
    @mightysrk Před 27 dny +1

    This is so inspiring. Beautiful art and extraordinary skill. I am just blown away. This man is living the dream.

  • @bojnebojnebojne
    @bojnebojnebojne Před 11 měsíci +1

    Definitely one of the coolest things i have ever seen done in metal.

  • @genomitchalinni8106
    @genomitchalinni8106 Před rokem +1

    Now, mount that, on a van, and call it, "The Dragon Wagon"! That's been a dream of mine since I was a kid. Make my wish come true!!!

  • @umberceri1441
    @umberceri1441 Před rokem +2

    Kevin, you hear this all the time, but I just wanted to put in my two cents worth! YOU ARE AN AMAZING ARTIST!

  • @marthacarpenter8160
    @marthacarpenter8160 Před 11 dny +1

    I am speechless, wonderful Art ❤

  • @Chad-Giga.
    @Chad-Giga. Před rokem +2

    This guy has a great blend of an artists mind with an engineers mind

  • @M4nh4TTN
    @M4nh4TTN Před rokem +2

    the world definitely needs more stuff like the ,,work,, ART you do

  • @thedreamer3064
    @thedreamer3064 Před rokem +1

    Omg that dragon is just stunning!

  • @solless2504
    @solless2504 Před rokem +3

    That’s is a ridiculous amount of money in just metal. I can’t imagine how much he spends on metal and what his pieces are worth factoring in all the time and labour they take. Pretty impressive stuff.

  • @MelindaSides-iv3up
    @MelindaSides-iv3up Před rokem +1

    Fantastic share ❤😊

  • @peaceblossomvalentin667
    @peaceblossomvalentin667 Před rokem +3

    Are you working for the movies. Your work is amazing. Making life size sculptures for theme parks is awesome.

  • @charbon2004
    @charbon2004 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Wow!!!! Wow!!! I can barely imagine the intelligence, skill, creativity and PATIENCE required to do what Kevin did. HIs dragon makes Robo-Cop look like the Tin Man from the 1939 version of The Wizard of Oz! (lol) Take a bow Kevin! Well done!!!!

  • @WhiteDragon689
    @WhiteDragon689 Před 21 dnem +1

    Love that Dragon Dude

  • @blacktopgsr
    @blacktopgsr Před rokem +1

    Wow...work of a true master right there! Unreal!!!! Vancouverite here.

  • @R.J.MacReady1982
    @R.J.MacReady1982 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You are the coolest thing about Chilliwack.

  • @ChrisB257
    @ChrisB257 Před rokem +3

    Phenomenal !! Amazing work.

    • @CoolestThing
      @CoolestThing  Před rokem

      Definitely! Kevin is amazingly talented! Cheers- Guy

  • @Gglsucksbigballz
    @Gglsucksbigballz Před rokem +1

    Amazing! Modern Day Renascence Man.

  • @simonspencer397
    @simonspencer397 Před rokem +7

    I find most art is expensive pretentious crap, but this is super cool and you can really see where the effort and talent comes into it.

  • @lppoqql
    @lppoqql Před 2 měsíci +2

    This guy is awesome!

  • @timeenuf4200
    @timeenuf4200 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Its just amazing how little hobbies can turn into careers and into amazing art you actually get paid to do. Gorgeous metal work. Thank you for sharing.

  • @alexbritch02
    @alexbritch02 Před 6 měsíci +1

    This is sweet! I live 20 minutes from this man so its quite cool to see a video on him & his work.

  • @JoniMitchell-qi6hr
    @JoniMitchell-qi6hr Před rokem +1

    Wow. So impressed you so inspire all metal welder's Who work so hard at their craft thankyou❤🎉😊

  • @andyvue2418
    @andyvue2418 Před 11 měsíci +1

    WOW THAT IS THE COOLEST THING I EVER SEEN SUCH A COOL COOL LOOKING BEAST

  • @wirelesmike73
    @wirelesmike73 Před rokem +5

    That is an amazing piece of work. The details and the usage of the rough and splatter of welding is a brilliant ways to give it an organic look. Beautiful work, my man. Really impressive.👍✌🖖 Respect, from one of your southern neighbors in the USA.

  • @tomstclair961
    @tomstclair961 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely beautiful!!
    The stainless will last almost forever.
    I don't know about metal prices in B.C. but in the states that amount of stainless would have cost a true fortune ..but you know!! It's a one of a kind.. So it should. The details are spectacular.
    It's a masterpiece to say the least..
    Great job..

  • @arkangelnorthman
    @arkangelnorthman Před rokem +6

    he would be right at home at my castle!! WELL DONE BROTHER!! hey!! i just thought...the statue of liberty has to be right up there with the BIG sculptures!! LOTS of rivets!!

    • @RainAngel111
      @RainAngel111 Před rokem

      I believe that the dragon is looking for a new home... If you really would consider buying it you should reach out to Kevin Stone and maybe he can put you in touch with the current owner

  • @rebeccanorth8896
    @rebeccanorth8896 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I’ve been to Dollywood so many times!!! I’ve admired that Eagle for years!!!!!! That is so cool!!

  • @MartaWomack
    @MartaWomack Před rokem +1

    Wow! Impressive and just gorgeous!

  • @amanuelyohannes7151
    @amanuelyohannes7151 Před rokem +1

    No AI to replace you!!!!! That is amazing!!!! Great work.

  • @newt2010
    @newt2010 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely incredible. Gorgeous pieces of art. CAN'T wait to see your dragon complete

  • @Ryder626
    @Ryder626 Před 19 dny +1

    Your sculptures are very very cool. 👍👍👍👍

  • @boombasett6038
    @boombasett6038 Před 11 měsíci +2

    AWESOME. This man deserves all the success that comes his way. Wish I had a talent like that.

  • @davedyson4730
    @davedyson4730 Před rokem +1

    I have never seen anything so beautiful. You are to be honest I can’t find words.

  • @ricardodavila9352
    @ricardodavila9352 Před 18 dny +1

    Amazing work.

  • @greatdaneacdc
    @greatdaneacdc Před rokem +3

    Thats bloody amazing artistic welding and sculpture !❤

  • @rickhay9782
    @rickhay9782 Před rokem +1

    Love that its made of stainless...it will last many,many years !❤

  • @OYME13
    @OYME13 Před rokem +2

    Absolutely brilliant!! You sir, are a true craftsman and artist.

  • @timabrwn
    @timabrwn Před rokem +1

    Magnificent work!!

  • @-LightSmit
    @-LightSmit Před 11 měsíci +1

    Now this is heavy metal!

  • @34THINFANTRY
    @34THINFANTRY Před rokem +1

    Absolutely AWESOME!!!!!