British Woodsman Alex Walshaw

We are delighted to have a small collection of work by British Woodsman Alex Walshaw. Alex carves and shapes objects using traditional tools. The marks of axes, knives and adzes are present in each piece. These marks add to the traces left by the history of those already present in the wood.

“THE QUIET AND UNHURRIED PROCESS OF MAKING OBJECTS FOR USE WITH A SIMPLE SELECTION OF HAND TOOLS IS A MEDITATIVE EXPERIENCE, ENHANCED BY THE BIRD SONG, WIND AND RAIN.”

Walshaw is embedded within his surrounding landscape, sourcing storm fallen, reclaimed, and coppiced wood. But his connection is not simply one of sourcing his materials.

“I FEEL AT PEACE WORKING OUTDOORS, DEEPLY CONNECTED TO THE ELEMENTS, THE TREES AND THE OTHER LIVING BEINGS WITH WHOM I SHARE THEIR HOME.”

It extends to his inspiration and workplace throughout every season. By combining fresh green wood and relic oak, Alex forms a hybrid of the modern and ancient.

Step into Walshaw’s world in this film by Beth Evans, edited by Tom Farmer.

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