Make, wield, cut and craft - Warrior Culture is an exploration of primarily Filipino Sandata weaponry. The exploration of weaponry is done through research, design, and crafting of blades. Blade maker, Kayan Cajudo has a deep respect for traditional designs and culture but does not limit himself to replicate designs, rather he uses them as inspiration. As an artist/creator, Kayan recognizes his own need to create one-of-a-kind works that express his own style.
"Warrior Culture" is also expressed through the wielding study of these blades. As a longtime practitioner of FMA (Filipino Martial Arts) and founder & chief instructor of Sanduguan Kali, another central focus of exploration is blade application. Through the careful study of historical use and origin, blade structure, and the testing of movement and cuts with a particular blade, we learn more through good old fashioned hands on learning through trial and error. #blademaker #warrior #fma #forgedinfire