Working with Irish Hardwood – Unique, Handmade Pieces That Last
This gallery is a mix of finished pieces, work in progress, and the day-to-day reality of life in the workshop. You’ll see everything from completed commissions and market displays to raw wood, shavings, and the process behind each piece.
It’s not just about the final product, it’s about how it’s made.
The gallery doesn’t follow a timeline, it’s more a collection of snapshots taken along the way as the business has grown and changed. See if you can spot the early pieces compared to the more recent ones.
If you’d like to know a bit more about me and how I work, you can visit the About page.
If something catches your eye and you’d like something similar made, feel free to get in touch via the Contact page.
Professional Photoshoot by Stephen Fennelly Photography Tralee
Back in 2019, a student asked to photograph me working in my workshop as part of a college project. These are some of my favourite images from that day.
I should say, I absolutely hate being photographed, so any time you see a picture of me, it took a bit of effort to get me in front of the camera.
At the start it was fairly nerve-wracking having someone photographing me while I worked, but most of it was out of my direct line of sight and I settled into it after a while.
It’s actually very difficult for me to take good photos of my own work. I’m so focused on the turning that I find it hard to step back and see it objectively. I can recognise a good photo when I see one, but capturing it myself is another thing entirely.
The images may seem slightly out of sequence, I was working across three different lathes during the session, making different pieces on each.
If you’re viewing on mobile, tap the first image and swipe through. Each photo has a short story behind it, feel free to have a look.
As You Are Here, More Pages to Explore
● Wooden Salad Bowls – Browse hand-turned Irish hardwood salad bowls made for everyday use.
● Household Openers – Explore my range of Irish wood bottle openers for home and gifting.
● Serving Boards – View beautifully crafted serving boards showcasing local Irish hardwood.
● Household & Homeware – Discover useful Irish wood gifts designed for daily living.
● Crafter’s Haven – Visit my craft-supplies section for ribbon, bags, bows and more.
● Christmas Ribbons – Shop festive ribbon options to add colour and charm to your gifts.
● Woodturning Tuition – Learn woodturning with private, beginner-friendly sessions in Tralee.
Thank you for visiting, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like any guidance in choosing the perfect gift or piece for your home!