Crafts CouncilDirectoryArboretum Print CoArtist and MakerStockport, EnglandWoodworkingMixed mediaWebsiteE-mailAboutInfoSustainabilityMy work reflects my journey in marquetry, blending ancient techniques with contemporary methods. Using rare, striking end-grain veneers, I craft designs influenced by Japanese and Islamic aesthetics and the wabi-sabi philosophy, embracing nature’s impermanence and imperfections. I aim to elevate natural materials, enhancing their beauty to evoke themes of resilience and delicacy. Through this, I hope to connect with viewers, illustrating the complex, fragile strength of the natural world.Focus:Marquetry and inlay using wood veneers and resinCommissions:Available for commissionsA cornerstone of my practice is a dedication to sustainability. I meticulously source all materials ethically, ensuring they align with my commitment to the environment. This approach is fundamental to my process and reflects my deep respect for the landscapes I celebrate through my work. By honoring the origin and integrity of each material, I aim to create pieces that not only resonate aesthetically but also embody a conscientious, lasting connection to nature.AboutMy work reflects my journey in marquetry, blending ancient techniques with contemporary methods. Using rare, striking end-grain veneers, I craft designs influenced by Japanese and Islamic aesthetics and the wabi-sabi philosophy, embracing nature’s impermanence and imperfections. I aim to elevate natural materials, enhancing their beauty to evoke themes of resilience and delicacy. Through this, I hope to connect with viewers, illustrating the complex, fragile strength of the natural world.InfoFocus:Marquetry and inlay using wood veneers and resinCommissions:Available for commissionsSustainabilityA cornerstone of my practice is a dedication to sustainability. I meticulously source all materials ethically, ensuring they align with my commitment to the environment. This approach is fundamental to my process and reflects my deep respect for the landscapes I celebrate through my work. By honoring the origin and integrity of each material, I aim to create pieces that not only resonate aesthetically but also embody a conscientious, lasting connection to nature.WebsiteE-mailProjectMagnoliaProjectPeacock in the Blossom TreeProjectThe Copper BeechProjectMarquetry and Resin Inspired by Kano Sansetsu