The Truehart Collection

How many years have you been woodworking?

 I have been working with wood in some fashion for over 25 years.  From building and trimming homes to creating custom furniture for family, friends and now outside clients as well.  

Where did you learn your skills?

I started learning my skills from back in my industrial arts classes back in 7th grade and haven't stopped learning from that point on.  I consider myself to be self taught, but I have learned much from my dad who is a woodworker as well.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

Most of building has come from necessity, if I need a dresser I make a dresser, if a person wants a table I make a table.  The ideas on how to construct each piece generally come from all types of sources. Much of my creative inspiration comes from trying new things and my desire to learn about working with the materials.

What Furniture styles/periods do you work in?

My experiences include Art & Crafts, Shaker and Craftsman styles.  I like the clean and crisp lines of these styles and allowing the wood to provide the decorative accents.

What differentiates your work?

I get excited about each and every project that I am making, I enjoy designing the pieces then seeing them come to life.  I can see that in the faces of the people I work with.  Working with clients to turn a concept into reality is a real treat for me and for the person the piece is for.  I take immense pride in my work and often times end up being my toughest critic.  I hold my standard extraordinarily high and will not deliver anything that I wouldn't be proud to display in my own home.

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