One of A Kind Furniture+Maker

I can recall from a young age feeling a need to understand how all things work and fit together. What was missing in my early years, however, was a personal space where I could design and build visually striking things that serve a purpose.

My first pre-career training was in machine design at Worcester Industrial Technical School. This led to a few jobs that required me to sit behind a desk, working on projects that were not of my own design. I soon found myself frustrated; I needed a creative outlet. As the universe would have it, I found myself laid-off and asking: What do I really want to do for work? The answer was to take my personal interest in customizing motorcycles and automobiles and open my own body shop. During those early years in the shop, I honed my skills with metal while restoring several classic automobiles and customizing Harley Davidson motorcycles. Later, I moved to Maine and fulfilled my dream of having a studio to design and build original works with locally sourced wood and metal.

Today, my passion lies in creating one-of-a-kind pieces from wood and other natural materials that are found in the woods of Maine. I prefer to preserve the natural shape and texture of the wood, while making necessary adjustments to maintain the structural integrity of a finished piece. The goal is to always coax out and preserve the unique characteristics of the wood. Recently, I have begun adding epoxy to my pieces. It’s an exciting material that adds strength and offers endless possibilities for the addition of color and visual interest.

When I’m not in my studio, I spend time exploring the woods of Maine on foot. This nourishes my creative and spiritual energy. Every season offers its own appeal in Maine.

I hope you enjoy exploring my pieces as much as I did creating them. They are uniquely made and uniquely Maine.