Spoon Carving Conversations

In this episode, I’m joined by Brett Andrews @bigbear_woodshack a Canadian greenwood carver and turner. Brett discovered wood carving in 2019 and has been hooked ever since.Alongside spoon carving, Brett also makes kuksas and has even built his own pole lathe, teaching himself how to turn bowls.We talk about how he got started, what it’s like carving in a place with harsh winter conditions, how the craft fits into family life, and his hopes of sharing and introducing greenwood carving to others in the future.I enjoyed our conversation, and  I hope you enjoy listening!If you would like to support this podcast and help them to continue, you can do that by buying an Endless Possibilities spoon-carving T-shirt at: https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoonsHosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (https://www.instagram.com/rootsspoons/)Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk to Jonathan Jakic (@jonathan_jekic), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Germany.Jonathan is an arborist and discovered his passion for carving greenwood through his love of the outdoors, being in nature, and being involved in bushcraft.He is an amazing carver with a very creative and expressive style. He produces one-of-a-kind pieces, always made to an amazingly high quality, not only spoons, but also bowls, cups, kitchen utensils, and lanyards.Jonathan is self-taught and has since started teaching others, most recently at the Von Hand Festival.It was fun to chat, and I hope you enjoy listening and learning a little bit more about Jonathan.If you do enjoy these podcasts and would like to support them to continue, you can do that by buying an Endless Possibilities spoon-carving T-shirt: https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoonsHosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (https://www.instagram.com/rootsspoons/)contact: [email protected] and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina.Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carving wood, and practicing other ancient skills.Callan sells her work at markets and online to people who appreciate the time, skill, and knowledge that go into producing high-quality handmade items.I hope you enjoy our conversation.Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons info.rootsspoons(@)gmail.comEditing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk to Alex Finberg @lex.finberg (https://www.instagram.com/alex.finberg/), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Devon, UK.Alex’s work involves introducing various crafts and activities into people’s lives. Through this, people can find community and meaning, which can have a profoundly positive impact. Since carving his first spoon around eight years ago, Alex has been very active in organizing regular meet-ups, teaching carving workshops, selling his work at markets and online, and even recently releasing a book specifically about carving spoons. Find out more on his website: https://alexfinberg.co.uk/Alex Finberg’s book is called: Spooncarving: From Log to Spoon, Published by Crowood Press, UK November 2024It was really nice for me to hear all this from someone who is obviously very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject.If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt at https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons. Thanks and happy carving! Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk with Adam Ashworth @adamashworth97, a tool maker from the UK. Adam first discovered greenwood carving and later connected with established toolmakers Nic Westermann and James Wood. Inspired by their work, he pursued his passion and now runs his own workshop, crafting beautiful, handmade carving tools for people around the world.We discussed how he got started, the materials and techniques he uses, and the pros and cons of running his own business.I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you do too!If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt from the link in my bio. Thanks and happy carving! https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoonsHosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk with Nadav Ben Shlomo @nbs_artnwood, an artist originally from Israel who now lives and works in Prague, Czech Republic.Nadav creates beautiful and playful pieces from locally sourced wood. He shares his passion not only through his work but also via Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon.We discussed his creative process, workspace, content creation, and the reasons behind his love for this craft. I hope you enjoy listening!If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt from the link https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons. Thanks and happy carving! Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk to Felix Lane @felix_the_wood, a young and talented greenwood carver from Cornwall, UK. Felix carved his first spoon at the age of 11 and has been honing his craft ever since. His enthusiasm is unmistakable, and it’s great to see a young man find something that gives him not only joy but also a drive and direction in his life.Felix has always had the support of his family, particularly his mum, who showed that it’s possible to make a living by creating things and following your passion. He was fortunate to find a mentor early on in Dominic Pierce  @cornishwoodsmith, a local, experienced, and established craftsman. Through this connection, Felix gained access to tools, materials, and valuable knowledge, which opened up the world of working with wood and helped him grow into the talented maker he is today.Felix now sells his work at markets and through a shared website with his mother https://www.lauralane.co.uk/collections/felix-the-wood .I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation.Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

 In this episode, I speak with @SamuelAlexandershapes. Samuel talks about how he initially came to carving through seeking help dealing with depression. Something clicked, and it has since become a strong positive influence in his life. He spent many years learning and eventually teaching at the @LondonGreenwood. He is creating beautiful objects with wood, with his vessels at the center stage. We discuss why and how he carves these vessels and what he enjoys and gains from the process. It was a really nice conversation, and I’m very happy to have had the chance to spend the time together. I hope you enjoy listening.Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talk with Oren Hetzroni (@hetzronio), a product designer and Spoon carver from Israel.After studying design, Oren initially started woodturning before he discovered the work of Robinwood (@robinwoodcraft). This led him into the world of Greenwood, where he continues to this day. Oren carves amazing spoons and also teaches the craft to others. He hosts weekly carving gatherings at his homestead and also organizes a yearly event called Festikaf (http://festikaf.co.il/)Oren is also active on the virtual spoon carving site Rise Up and Carve (riseupandcarve.com), a platform where anyone can join, ask questions, and meet others from around the world with the similar interest of Greenwood carving.I’m very grateful I had the chance to speak with Oren today, and I hope you enjoy listening!Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show

In this episode, I talked to Tamsin Quin (@quinwoodcraft)  a talented musician and self taught spoon carver from the UK. Tamsin spoke of instantly being hooked and resonating deeply with carving and working with wood. Tamsin spent many years carving instinctually as a hobby, after eventually attending a Spoonsfest where she connected with other passionate crafters and carvers where she continued to deepen her knowledge and skills working with Greenwood. She is very passionate about her work, and makes a living touring with her music and selling spoons online and in person. It was lovely to learn a little bit about her during our conversation. If you would like follow and support Tamsin, you can find her on Instagram @quinwwodcraft and at her website Quinwoodcraft.comIf you enjoy and would like to support the podcast, you can do so by buying an "endless possibilities" spoon carving T-shirts from my website https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoonsHosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons ([email protected])Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: PixabaySupport the show