Chris is a local woodworker who has been captivated by wood for a long time. He is self taught but gained some knowledge from his father who, although totally blind, was also a woodworker.

Wooden boxes and fully lined jewellery boxes are his main passion. He uses both native New Zealand and exotic timbers either in solid form or as veneers, commercially bought or made by himself.

His jewellery boxes are lined with a faux suede so no tarnishing of silver will happen. He loves to let the beauty of the timber show and uses a hardwax oil for protection from daily handling.