Burl Oak Vase

A "third generation woodworker," and a "second generation wood turner," Neil Fraedrich grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where his father turned wood as a hobby creating useful and decorative pieces for living.

"I moved to Oregon in 1989 to take part in the rich green experience, which is Oregon. I am committed to environmentally conscious use of wood from local sources with a minimal use of rainforest lumber," he says.

Neil adds that his goal is to create art from wood.

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