"I have a fascination with merging the organic and the industrial, the natural and the machine-made. That's what sparks my passion for woodturning."
What's New
Summer 2010
AAW Educational Opportunity Grant Auction
A fun, exciting evening (June 26) of auction bidding on fabulous lathe-turned art. View artwork
Spring 2010
Feature in "Wood Art Today 2" book
Several of Salesin's pieces are showcased in and on the cover of Wood Art Today 2, a new book of current trends in international woodworking which explores the artists' inspirations and techniques. Available June 2009. More: Shiffer website | Amazon.com
Winter 2009
Exhibit at Santa Cruz Rittenhouse Building
Santa Cruz Woodworkers launched their premier exhibit at the Rittenhouse Building in downtown Santa Cruz. On display were more than 40 pieces by members of the group, which is dedicated to fostering appreciation for locally-produced, one-of-a-kind, handmade woodwork. More: Santa Cruz Sentinel Article
Joshua Salesin creates fine contemporary craft through original, engaging and beautiful turned wood objects.
Using lathes, tools and techniques from the early 1800s, he applies exquisitely detailed engraving and ornamental cutting to create individually crafted hand-made objects.
