Alex was approached by SparcStudio Design to create a set of bespoke tables for Calcot Spa. The commission involved crafting four custom tables for the spa’s light relaxation area, where the designer sought to incorporate Alex's signature organic style. After some...
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Christmas in Lyme Regis
I and thirteen other artists and makers are displaying work at the Malthouse Gallery in Lyme Regis until Thursday 21st November. I have seven pieces of furniture on display - probably too large for a stocking, but deliverable by sleigh! ...
When Trees Turn Jurassic!
When an ancient oak tree succumbed to rot and fell, Ed saw an opportunity. Rather than let it go to waste, he transformed the fallen tree into something eye-catching! Inspired by a mix of prehistoric creatures Ed carved the oak into a striking wooden dinosaur! It's...
What’s on the bench?
The 'Chapman' spalted beech natural live edge coffee table has such unique spalted wood markings. The handmade metal legs follow the undulations of the waney organic edges. Available to buy from Dansel Gallery, and I have access to various fascinating pieces of timber...
Wooding Present!
The owner of the wonderful wood based Dansel Gallery (where I sell many pieces) contacted me recently to organise a wedding present for her daughter Tilia, from her friends. The ‘Brooks’ burr oak trunk coffee table worked on so many levels and was ordered as a...
July: What’s on the bench?
‘Latmore’ tree trunk slice coffee table in spalted beech: This collection received a recent commission at Dorset Art Weeks. There are still slices available with one in the making on the workbench, and another already completed and in the Sou'-Sou'-West Arts Gallery,...
See me at HELIOS – June 2024
Helios - A creative celebration of sun, sea and sky. Curator Alison Shelton Brown has invited artists and makers from around the South West to display a wide variety of materials and techniques at a range of prices. There will be painting, jewellery, leatherwork,...
Axminster Power Tools Collab!
Axminster Powertools contacted me as we have worked together before on a couple of shoots. They wanted an authentic workshop to inspire woodworkers. My method acting skills were therefore on show! It was great fun, and I was really impressed with the whole...
Devon Open Studios
9th – 24th September 2023 For the first time I'm taking part in Devon Open Studios, from my home garden workshop in Seaton, Devon. Devon Open Studios is the annual flagship event of Devon Artist Network. Every September members of the network, potters, painters,...
June Event: Sculpture by the Lakes
I'm delighted to be exhibiting at this fantastic venue as part of: The Plant Fair Sculpture by the Lakes is described as one of the most beautiful and unique settings in the UK. With over 120 pieces positioned across The Sculpture Park, it is a place where you can...