Past Artistic Engagement
—Publish a bimonthly newsletter (since August 2022), a humanistic exploration of woodworking, purpose, and trying to make a living from the skills of my two hands
—My December 5, 2024 issue was about craft as medicine and it received more responses than anything else I’ve written
—Currently my newsletter has 430+ subscribers from 38 countries
—Majority are from Minnesota
—Project with Habitat for Humanity of Winona County from 2023–2024 where I made eight home dedication gifts for new homeowners
—Received an emerging artist grant from Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council for this project
—Presented the work to the public in April 2024
—Examples of presentation feedback included:
“Handmade items transfer and represent love and longevity.”
One insight gained: “How ‘ordinary’ life/home objects can have a transformative presence—through use, touch, looking, seeing throughout a day, week, or season.”
Value of handmade items in the home: “They make a house a home and help create a sense of identity for a particular family.”
