Adrian Cammack has been turning wood at his home in Speyside for almost a decade. His work began from a simple interest in the deciduous woodland surrounding his home and a desire to preserve and celebrate some of our native hardwoods.
Each piece is turned by hand, usually using timber gathered locally unless otherwise stated. Many of the bowls and vessels begin life as freshly cut wood, turned oversized and set aside to air dry naturally. Once seasoned, they return to the lathe to be carefully finished.
Wood recovered from the woodland floor is a particular favourite. These pieces can be challenging to work with, but often reveal striking grain patterns and colour variations. Spalting, the dark lines and markings created by early fungal activity, adds further character, creating surfaces that reflect both the material and the environment it came from.
