John Douglas – Woodworker
John Douglas Woodworker…and more
John, a retired engineer, turned artist, constantly experiments with materials and techniques. His polished wood creations frequently feature inlays of resin or contrasting woods or less commonly forged steel. Techniques run from lathe turning to laser cutting. Among his latest works are collaborative pieces integrating the ceramics of Nadine Blakemore which they make under the name ‘Blend’. Douglas’s visits to the gallery are always engaging; alongside unexpected finished works, or work in progress, his car boot seems to always contain variety of timbers—sourced or reclaimed—heading back to his workshop to await the inspiration that matches the material.
John also collaborates with ceramacist Nadine Blakemore to create their ‘Blend’ artworks
John Douglas JDS07 Spalted Sycamore turned bowl with walnut and resin inlay £340
John Douglas at work
John Douglas JDS04 Forge worked iron an wood vase £120
John Douglas and Nadine Blakemore JDNB01Turned Norwegian Maple (East Riddlesden Hall) bowl with Walnut and resin inlay on a ceramic base £185
John Douglas and Nadine Blakemore JDNB21 Split oak board with two plates and bowl £125
John Douglas and Nadine Blakemore JDNB24 Stoneware Pot with Yew Lid £110
John Douglas and Nadine Blakemore JDNB32 Elm board with stoneware platter £80
John Douglas JDS01 Wooden bown with inlaid copper resin rim £95
John Douglas JDS02 Bowl made from charred Cutty Sark deck timber £120
