Calling all Metal Wizards - help needed

Calling all artisan-metalworkers: I'm keen to develop sufficient skills to make (at least) one of these.

I have traditional woodworking skills but limited metalsmithing experience other than making the door handle pictured below.

I believe I can source the copper and brass I need for my design but am hoping for some serious guidance/help to make it. Certainly willing to travel into Melbourne and regional Victoria to gain skills.

Any help gratefully received. Thanks!

http://imavex.vo.llnwd.net/o18/clien...-farmhouse.jpg

http://www.rachiele.com/images/texas...apron-sink.jpg

http://www.home-style-choices.com/im...-3-500x418.jpg

http://i1098.photobucket.com/albums/...ay/Handle6.jpg

http://i1098.photobucket.com/albums/...ay/Handle3.jpg

a good tinsmith should be able to help you....although I reckon you will have trouble finding one these days as its a dead trade