I have been working with wood for most of my life. My father, who was a master craftsman, exposed me to woodworking at an early age. It was here that I developed my love of wood. As a young man I was a dancer, stained glass designer and horticulturist. I bring all three of these disciplines to my turnings; a sense of balance, design and knowledge of wood. I select pieces of wood for their inner beauty and unique grain patterns.

Once the wood is mounted on the lathe, the adventure begins, I seldom know what the piece will be before I start. As the wood rounds, the grain patterns emerge and the form suggests itself to me. I try to merge with the wood in body, mind and spirit. My hands form, my mind is inspired, and my spirit soars. I hope you will enjoy my work as much as I enjoy creating it.

I have studied with Nick Cook, Franck Johanneson, Chris Stott, Ray Key and Christophe Nancy from France.