Earl Martin

My love for wood working begin early and has stayed with me. I still remember my 7th grade Industrial Arts teacher Mr. Fritz, who recognized my potential encouraging me to be more creative. I have always had a place to do woodworking projects (admitted some a bit small). Now that I am retired I have a small woodworking studio “Beaver Pond Wood Studio”. And yes, it is located beside an old beaver pond.

My interests are varied including all types of wood turnings. I started wood turning a little over four years ago and am fortunate have been able to take several classes and workshops that have propelled my learning curve. Most recently, I have been experimenting with combining wood turning and intarsia. The combined of the two art forms creates a very pleasing and interesting appeal. I am glad to say that my Art Form is still evolving keeping thing fresh and interesting.

In my turnings I often combine both native and exotic woods species to create striking contrasts using the natural color of the woods. The exotic woods provide vibrant colors (red, yellow and purple) typically not found in the native trees. Our native trees offer a variety of very interesting patterns. The combination of exotic and native woods make very special pieces.