Karl Jones has had a lifelong interest in woodworking. He holds a diploma in Fine Furniture from Camosun
College, Victoria, and a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Computer
Science.
Karl is strongly influenced by curiosity about how things work and the
interplay between function and beauty.
"As I play with my young daughter,
I am struck by her fascination with anything in nature that moves - like the
wind bending a tree or a spider gliding along its web. This has brought an
emphasis on curves, space, and the suggestion of movement into my recent
designs."
Karl's work is characterized by straightforward integrity of design and by
quality of construction. "The idea for 'Spider Table' hatched when Sally and I were watching a spider scurry as it held a small object. With refinement, the design quickly
departed from its creepy origins. Straight lines are kept to a minimum. The
joints are emphasized, suggesting articulation of the legs. Ornamentation is
integral with the construction."
He currently
resides in Cadboro Bay, and operates De
Granna Furniture Studios.
http://www.degranna.com/
info@degranna.com
(250) 592-3231
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