Connect What is your favorite type of art to create?

I create dimensional wood art that turns familiar ideas into something you can physically experience. Using natural hardwoods, I craft each piece by hand into layered forms that feel both precise and alive through the grain itself. I’m drawn to the tension between control and imperfection, structure and flow. I also care about teaching and making woodworking feel less intimidating, so more people feel confident picking it up themselves.

Where do you find inspiration?

I’m inspired by the quiet beauty hidden within natural materials. What appears simple on the surface reveals depth in its grain and color. In a world shaped by screens and constant noise, I’m drawn to bringing that hidden beauty forward through layered, dimensional work that can be physically experienced. I want my pieces to feel immersive, so people don’t just look at them, but truly connect with them.

What would you do with $25,000?

I’d invest in expanding my tools and setup so I can create at a higher level, but more importantly, make my process more accessible. My audience is largely online, so I’d focus on developing high-quality, in-depth tutorials and structured resources for people who want to try woodworking but don’t know where to start. I want to lower the barrier to entry by making these resources widely accessible, so more people can learn and work with their hands, no matter where they are.