As a woodturner living in Hawaii I became fascinated with the sensuous shape of the calabash form and grew to have a deep reverence for its meaning in both the ancient and modern Hawaiian culture. I enjoy the challenge of keeping it looking like a simple organic form whilst mastering the subtle nuances of balance, proportion, scale and flowing curves that make it unique. Many of the pieces I make have their origins in this form. I keep each piece simple with clean lines, minimal embellishments and strive to let the attributes of the wood speak for itself. I use basic tools and equipment and have refined the processes to achieve the desired results. My philosophy is to keep it simple.
