Maker of the Year 2020
We asked you to enter your best work and you certainly did! For our inaugural Maker of the Year awards we received a massive 306 entries – beautiful examples of woodworking that ranged from all manner of furniture, lighting, cabinetry, hand tools, musical instruments, boxes and vessels to sculptural works. Some are exquisitely refined and superb examples of the craft; some are wildly expressive and their beauty tells a story that is not just about technique. And some celebrate tradition, while others take a new road.
Award winners were determined by a panel of experts whose formal qualifications span the disciplines of engineering, architecture, design and education as well as trade skills. We thank them for applying their experience and the sensitivities that these professional makers have to the heartfelt work of others.
There were four categories which makers could elect to enter their work in: Furniture, Bowls & Boxes, Art & Accessories and Student. Entry was via our website where entry criterion and other information may be found.
Our sponsors are the enablers that make community initiatives such as this possible. Maker of the Year was presented by 3M Australia, a company known for its innovations and far reaching, research-driven products. Our sponsors are woodworking industry giants: Carbatec, Felder Group Australia, Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse and Whittle Waxes. These are companies that strive to provide top quality products and services, who support our community and who deserve our support in return.
In the following pages you can see the winning entries for Maker and click on a category icon to view an incredible range of work. Where else in fact can you view such a diverse collection of current work by Australian and New Zealand makers?
