About Me
My studio is filled with the raw materials for my sculptures—a large collection of driftwood waiting to be transformed into something beautiful. This space is where my passion for art comes alive.
My Journey
I moved to the Pacific Northwest from California where I had been carving stones. When I arrived, I was drawn to the driftwood I found washed up on local shores. I decided to try carving driftwood, and I was instantly captivated by the material. I occasionally work with other materials, such as stone and clay.
My Creative Process
When selecting driftwood, I don’t start with a specific theme or idea. Instead, I let the wood guide me.
The condition of the wood can vary, making some pieces more challenging to work with, but I embrace these challenges as part of the creative journey. Sometimes, a piece will sit in my studio for months before it reveals its potential to me. One of my favorite pieces came about after such a moment of re-discovery.
I work in my studio daily, finding solace in my craft while listening to music. I aim to enhance the natural beauty of the driftwood by peeling away its layers to reveal its inner charm.
The condition of the wood can vary, making some pieces more challenging to work with, but I embrace these challenges as part of the creative journey. Sometimes, a piece will sit in my studio for months before it reveals its potential to me. One of my favorite pieces came about after such a moment of re-discovery.
I work in my studio daily, finding solace in my craft while listening to music. I aim to enhance the natural beauty of the driftwood by peeling away its layers to reveal its inner charm.