Craftsman
Woodworking has been my hobby and passion for the past 25 years. Four years ago, I made the decision that it was time to go public with my craft. I work from a shop next to my house in Issaquah. For the past three years, I have exhibited my work at the finer Arts and Crafts shows in Washington State.
Wall Mirrors - Fond of the Arts and Crafts style, I have incorporated its elements into each of my wall mirror designs. I have named each style by the person of that period who inspired my design.
My mirrors are made from the finest domestic and local hardwoods. I do not use nails, staples, or take shortcuts in their construction. They are finished with a urethane topcoat that is applied by hand, not sprayed or brushed. The 3/16Ó thick beveled mirror comes from Issaquah Glass, a local reputable supplier. It is fully enclosed in the frame with a 1/8Ó birch plywood back. A protective paper is placed between the plywood back and the mirror coating to protect against scratching.
Burl Wood Boxes - Working with maple and other burls, I find the beautiful wild grain patterns of these Òabnormalities in natureÓ intriguing. These boxes are made on a band saw from a solid block of burl wood. The result is that the grain's figure can be followed throughout the lid, sides and bottom of the box.
Fly Fishing Products - As an avid fly fisherman, it was just natural to combine fly fishing with woodworking. The result was custom wooden trout nets and my ever-popular fly boxes. These beautiful items were designed "to be used". They are finished with penetrating oil, then two to three coats of urethane finish.
Much of my work requires Òhand workÓ, especially in the pre-finish and finishing processes. I prefer hand sanding to machine sanding and most of my final finishes are Òhand rubbedÓ for that extraordinary look and feel.
Custom work & Lead Time: I require a 50% deposit on all custom work with the balance due upon delivery. I am not the fastest woodworker on the block, but my pace maintains the quality I require and you expect. I will give you an ÒestimatedÓ time of completion at the time of order.
