Workmanship with a story.
It all starts in the shop…
Our shop was built around 1947 by Trappist monks. The space was previously occupied by Brother Nicholas, who produced grandfather clocks.
My shopmate and I have spent the last 9 years reviving the space, continuing its use as a place of focused, hands-on craft.
The shop sits at the heart of the original monastery property, which closed in 2017. Being under a conservation easement, the natural beauty is preserved.
We encourage our patrons to visit, as the peaceful setting has a way of shaping the work. In my experience, the best pieces come when the client takes part in that.
Craft and process…
My craft is process-driven, combining both modern and traditional tools and techniques. I build using hands-on methods, which gives the work an intimate and warm presence in a space. The design language of a piece often comes from observing the natural environment, which tends to produce a truly unique final product.
I share the shop space with a luthier, and while our work is separate, our tooling, techniques, and ideas often permeate into each other’s work. This makes our shop extremely versatile in what we can produce. Many of our processes go beyond the standard woodshop repertoire.
My architecture degree from California Polytechnic State University has given me an informed sense of design and preportion. I have also worked under a number of gifted craftsmen, which has provided a robust foundation upon which I have built my own skillset.
