From Tech to Timber: The Journey of a Maker
In 2021, my wife and I traded the Florida heat for the beautiful seasons of North Carolina—a move I highly recommend to anyone seeking a little more inspiration in their surroundings.
My path to woodworking began in the world of high-performance audio. In the early days, I was focused strictly on function: building sub-woofers that sounded incredible but, admittedly, looked "just okay." Over time, my curiosity grew. I wanted the outside to match the quality of the inside.
This pursuit of excellence led me to my mentor and friend, Terry Sanchez. Terry didn't just teach me the precision of fine furniture; he introduced me to woodturning, which quite literally turned my world on end. With Terry’s persistent (and much-needed) encouragement, I entered a couch table into the Florida State Fair’s Fine Furniture Competition. To my surprise, it took home a First Place ribbon. That moment changed everything. It was the realization that I hadn’t just found a hobby—I had found my "happy place" and my true calling.
After 20 years in the tech industry, I decided to trade a tech center for a wood shop and follow my passion full-time. Today, my portfolio spans everything from custom guitar bodies and segmented vases to fine furniture and intricate ring boxes. Whether it’s a functional workshop cabinet or a piece of gallery-worthy wall art, my goal is the same: to transform wood into beautiful, usable art.
My list of "yet-to-builds" is always shrinking, and I’m always looking for the next challenge. If it can be crafted from wood, I’m ready to make it a reality. I look forward to helping you create a piece that perfectly complements your home and your life.
My path to woodworking began in the world of high-performance audio. In the early days, I was focused strictly on function: building sub-woofers that sounded incredible but, admittedly, looked "just okay." Over time, my curiosity grew. I wanted the outside to match the quality of the inside.
This pursuit of excellence led me to my mentor and friend, Terry Sanchez. Terry didn't just teach me the precision of fine furniture; he introduced me to woodturning, which quite literally turned my world on end. With Terry’s persistent (and much-needed) encouragement, I entered a couch table into the Florida State Fair’s Fine Furniture Competition. To my surprise, it took home a First Place ribbon. That moment changed everything. It was the realization that I hadn’t just found a hobby—I had found my "happy place" and my true calling.
After 20 years in the tech industry, I decided to trade a tech center for a wood shop and follow my passion full-time. Today, my portfolio spans everything from custom guitar bodies and segmented vases to fine furniture and intricate ring boxes. Whether it’s a functional workshop cabinet or a piece of gallery-worthy wall art, my goal is the same: to transform wood into beautiful, usable art.
My list of "yet-to-builds" is always shrinking, and I’m always looking for the next challenge. If it can be crafted from wood, I’m ready to make it a reality. I look forward to helping you create a piece that perfectly complements your home and your life.
