I have been working wood for over 25 years. As a youngster I began creating pieces from scraps brought by a neighbor. I continued studying in High School where I received The John Anderson Industrial Arts Award. My interest continued and after working in cabinet shops for more than 10 years, I studied wooden boat building. I then worked as a boat builder for 2 years. Still filled with curiosity and the desire to learn more I attended The College of the Redwoods and studied under James Krenov and others. I have been the recipient of scholarships to The Marc Adams School of Woodworking and to The Anderson Ranch Arts Center. I am a master member of the Baulines Craft Guild.
I am truly passionate about my job and I love to be in the shop. My goal is to design and build beautiful, functional and affordable furniture. In this day and age of disposable everything, I strive to build long lasting quality furniture that is nice to live with. I want my work to be pleasing to the eye and to invite you to touch.
My inspiration comes from organic shapes but sometimes it comes from the wood itself. Cutting into a plank and finding beautiful swirling grain is in itself so exciting. Often times this can, and does lead to a piece being designed around the wood.
If my work speaks to you and you have a design in mind please don't hesitate to contact me.
I would love to talk with you.