Today we’d like to introduce you to Michael Cortez.
Hi Michael , it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Ten years ago, I picked up a welding torch for the first time under the patient guidance of my father, a master craftsman with over four decades of experience in the trade. What began as a simple father-son apprenticeship quickly became a personal passion.
Each day, after completing a weld, I would take a photograph of the finished work—not for show, but as a way to document my progress and preserve the lessons I was learning. These images found their way onto social media, serving as a digital journal of my journey.
With quiet consistency, I continued posting day after day, year after year. Over time, something remarkable happened: the platform began to grow rapidly. The response from fellow welders, fabricators, and enthusiasts revealed a genuine appreciation for the craft and the story behind it.
That momentum became the spark. Inspired by the growing community and the power of sharing authentic work, I made the decision to step beyond documentation and into creation—launching my own brand rooted in the same values of skill, integrity, and pride in the trade that my father had passed down to me.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Some of the struggles were running a bussinass while working a full time job at the same time.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I currently work full-time building the wall in magician brand and company. I specialized in Welding for 12 years as a contract, Welder. I am most proud of the how far and quality the WM brand has grown in such a short time and being able to fulfill my fathers dream of having a family business. What sets us apart from others is the unique designs and Customer Service we give our supporters and clients.
What makes you happy?
Seeing the WM grow and see the next generation wear the gear makes me so proud
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.TheWeldingMagician.com
- Instagram: The_weldingmagician
- Facebook: The_weldingmagician
