Specialization in Woodworking: Techniques, Styles, and Innovations

Overview

“Learn about key influences on design and craftsmanship, including the celebration of natural materials and traditional woodworking techniques. Inspired by Japanese and Chinese joinery, as well as George Nakashima’s balance of organic and geometric forms, these influences shape furniture that honors both precision and nature.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Inspiration / Sandy Buchanan, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Woodworking: Techniques, Styles, and Innovations. Master woodworking hand tools to create durable, timeless furniture with traditional techniques and expert guidance.

Partial transcription of the video

“ Influences In this lesson, I'll share with you some of the influences that inform my design and work philosophy. One of the biggest influences in my work is the use of natural materials. The timber I select is very important to the work that I produce. In all my pieces, I'm trying to celebrate the natural material and bring a connection back to nature. I'm trying to celebrate the natural imperfections in the timber. I don't want to hide or discard any of these features. By using timber from trees that have fallen, I'm trying to preserve the life and celebrate the story of every tree withi...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in Woodworking: Techniques, Styles, and Innovations

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (7)
• 1497 students
• 8 units
• 111 lessons (19h 23m)
• 35 downloads

• Category

  Craft

• Areas

  3D Design, 3D Modeling, Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interactive Design, Woodworking