How did you get into woodworking?
I used to watch a lot of home renovation shows and gardening shows with my twin, and then we would go outside and build whatever we could, decorate our rooms, and constantly redesign items in our bedrooms to improve their appearance or functionality. Additionally, I have always had a great fondness for being outdoors, so when I wasn't at school, I would either be playing football or engaging in various building projects. I suppose I had an abundance of energy that needed to be expended somehow.
What inspires your creations?
Everything I create is based on the ethos of 'form versus function,' but I tend to gravitate towards crafting objects that possess an organic and natural appearance. I appreciate geometry and asymmetry, and these elements often influence my designs. However, more often than not, my inspiration stems from the unique grain of the timber I am working with, which ultimately guides the design to a certain extent.
What made you decide to add power carving to your repertoire?
After experiencing power carving on Britain's Best Woodworker, I developed a profound love for it. The combination of speed and control offered by the tools produces remarkable results in a short amount of time. The Arbortech range is so versatile and you can literally do it anywhere - which I love, as I prefer to work outside and my workshop is quite small. I can also achieve large builds without needing large machinery. These tools do the job perfectly.