A Broken Bench
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A Broken Bench
Category: Furniture, Crafts
Measures: 20 × 12 × 12 in
Mediums: Ash
Year: 2025
A Broken Bench is a piece created during my time at the Center for Furniture Crafts. Growing up, I was often told I was clumsy and careless, and that I wasn't suited to be a craftsman. These traits, alongside my constant struggles and anxiety in the workshop, became my challenges. In fine woodworking, where every detail demands precision, I often found myself at odds with the process.
This piece, however, is a reconciliation with my past. It was inspired by the mistakes I made along the way. By embracing my carelessness and imperfections, I turned them into the very essence of this work. A Broken Bench is a reflection of accepting myself as I am, finding beauty and creativity in the flaws that once held me back.