Spoon Carving Conversations (Simon Pouly)
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| 15 Feb 2022 | Carving and kolrossing with Liesl Chatman | 01:35:35 | |
On episode 16 my guest is Liesl Chatman (@rivichicawarroir). Liesl lives in Minneapolis and teaches spoon carving and kolrossing at North House Folk School. It I was really fun to get to know Liesl and find out why she is so enthusiastic about this craft and sharing it with others. With 10 years of experience and learning from talented craftspeople such as Fred Livesay, Jarrod Dahl, Adam Hawker, Jane Mickelborough among others Liesl is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to spoons and kolrossing specifically. I learned a lot and really enjoyed the chat and hope you do too. If you do enjoy these podcasts and would like to support them to continue you can do that by buying an Endless possibilities Spoon carving t-shirt from my website: roots-movement.com/rootsspoons Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | Von Hand with Raleigh and Oliver Klotzek | 01:20:52 | |
On episode 17 my guests are Raleigh (@morganraleigh.c) and Oliver Klotzek (@oliverklotzek), two full-time makers that have a wide variety of experience working with Greenwood and other natural materials. They have spent the last years traveling, teaching and sharing their passion for the craft (@wildcraftedworkshop & @wildcraftedhome). We talk about how they got started and met through a mutual passion for the craft. Also how it is to teach in different countries, living in a van, being self employed and the „Von Hand“ festival for green wood culture and traditional handcraft they organize (https://vonhandfestival.com). I hope you enjoy the conversation. If you enjoy these podcasts and would like to support them to continue you can do that by buying an Endless possibilities Spoon carving t-shirt from my website https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly | |||
| 10 Oct 2022 | Down the rabbit hole with Georg Schulte | 01:10:14 | |
This episode is with Georg Schulte (@schorsch555), a goldsmith, jeweler and spoon carver from Münster, Germany. | |||
| 28 Oct 2022 | It all started with a spoon with John Wager | 01:50:49 | |
In this episode I talk to John Wager (@johnswoodenware), an Anishinaabe craftsman from Buckhorn Ontario, Canada. Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Wood craft entrepreneurship with Rebecca Luerssen | 01:04:21 | |
In this episode I talk to Rebecca Luerssen (@rebecca_luerssen). Rebecca lives in Hixson , Tennessee and started carving spoons in 2017. Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly | |||
| 03 Mar 2023 | Tallking Spoons with Tad Kepley | 01:26:38 | |
In this episode, I talk to @tad_william_kepley, a passionate spoon carver from Lexington, North Carolina. (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 12 Apr 2023 | Illustrator and spoon carver Lee John Phillips | 01:18:42 | |
In this episode, I talked to Lee John Phillips (@leejohnhillips), an award-winning illustrator and talented spoon carver. We talk about how Lee started, why he decided not to sell his spoons, AI, spoon and chip carving design and more. I have always admired his unique work and amazing chip carving. It was a pleasure to get to talk to him today and I hope you enjoy listening! If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so, by giving it a review, telling a friend about it, or by buying an „Endless possibilities“- T-shirt designed by myself with the help of today’s guests @leejohnphillips. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly | |||
| 30 Sep 2023 | Spoon chat with Nick Murphy | 01:04:32 | |
In this episode I talk with Nick Murphy ( @murphys_spoon ) an educator, musician and spoon carver from the UK. Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly | |||
| 11 Jan 2024 | Songs and Spoons with Tamsin Quin | 01:02:18 | |
In this episode, I talked to Tamsin Quin (@quinwoodcraft) a talented musician and self taught spoon carver from the UK. Tamsin spoke of instantly being hooked and resonating deeply with carving and working with wood. Tamsin spent many years carving instinctually as a hobby, after eventually attending a Spoonsfest where she connected with other passionate crafters and carvers where she continued to deepen her knowledge and skills working with Greenwood. She is very passionate about her work, and makes a living touring with her music and selling spoons online and in person. It was lovely to learn a little bit about her during our conversation. If you would like follow and support Tamsin, you can find her on Instagram @quinwwodcraft and at her website Quinwoodcraft.com If you enjoy and would like to support the podcast, you can do so by buying an "endless possibilities" spoon carving T-shirts from my website https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | Spoons, Snails, and Community with Oren Hetzroni | 01:12:29 | |
In this episode, I talk with Oren Hetzroni (@hetzronio), a product designer and Spoon carver from Israel. | |||
| 23 Feb 2024 | Wellbeing in Woodworking with Samuel Alexander | 01:03:34 | |
In this episode, I speak with @SamuelAlexandershapes. Samuel talks about how he initially came to carving through seeking help dealing with depression. Something clicked, and it has since become a strong positive influence in his life. He spent many years learning and eventually teaching at the @LondonGreenwood. He is creating beautiful objects with wood, with his vessels at the center stage. We discuss why and how he carves these vessels and what he enjoys and gains from the process. It was a really nice conversation, and I’m very happy to have had the chance to spend the time together. I hope you enjoy listening. Editing and Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 17 Dec 2024 | Carving in Cornwall with Felix Lane | 01:06:24 | |
In this episode, I talk to Felix Lane @felix_the_wood, a young and talented greenwood carver from Cornwall, UK. Felix carved his first spoon at the age of 11 and has been honing his craft ever since. His enthusiasm is unmistakable, and it’s great to see a young man find something that gives him not only joy but also a drive and direction in his life. Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 24 Dec 2024 | Crafted with passion by Nadav Ben Shlomo | 01:11:47 | |
In this episode, I talk with Nadav Ben Shlomo @nbs_artnwood, an artist originally from Israel who now lives and works in Prague, Czech Republic. | |||
| 28 Jan 2025 | Talking to tool maker Adam Ashworth | 01:19:24 | |
In this episode, I talk with Adam Ashworth @adamashworth97, a tool maker from the UK. Adam first discovered greenwood carving and later connected with established toolmakers Nic Westermann and James Wood. Inspired by their work, he pursued his passion and now runs his own workshop, crafting beautiful, handmade carving tools for people around the world. https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | From Log to Spoon with Alex Finberg | 01:19:47 | |
In this episode, I talk to Alex Finberg @lex.finberg (https://www.instagram.com/alex.finberg/), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Devon, UK. Alex’s work involves introducing various crafts and activities into people’s lives. Through this, people can find community and meaning, which can have a profoundly positive impact. Since carving his first spoon around eight years ago, Alex has been very active in organizing regular meet-ups, teaching carving workshops, selling his work at markets and online, and even recently releasing a book specifically about carving spoons. Find out more on his website: https://alexfinberg.co.uk/ Alex Finberg’s book is called: Spooncarving: From Log to Spoon, Published by Crowood Press, UK November 2024 It was really nice for me to hear all this from someone who is obviously very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject. If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt at https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons. Thanks and happy carving! Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 16 Apr 2025 | Mountain Feral Craft with Callan Burton-Shore | 00:54:41 | |
In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina. Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carving wood, and practicing other ancient skills. Callan sells her work at markets and online to people who appreciate the time, skill, and knowledge that go into producing high-quality handmade items. I hope you enjoy our conversation. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons info.rootsspoons(@)gmail.com Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 05 Feb 2021 | Starting out with Julian Heins | 00:40:15 | |
Episode 1 of the Spoon Carving conversations, where I talk to spoon carvers around the world. | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | Finding Joy and Community with Loeffel Suse | 00:38:26 | |
In episode 2 my guest is Susanne, known on instagram as @loeffel.suse. She is located in Zurich, Switzerland. | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | Intuitive design with Jaz Auden | 01:04:38 | |
In episode 3 my guest is Jaz Auden (@jazhandcrafts). Originally from England, he recently located to the South West of France. His work caught my eye with his varied and creative style. Using colour and texture Jaz creates beautiful, one of a kind spoons and wood wear. We start our conversation talking about his endeavor to build a lathe. He mentions Owen Thomas (@owenthomaswoodcraft) and his tutorial on building one on https://www.owenthomaswoodcraft.com/pole-lathe-plans. We also cover the sourcing of wood, his spoon carving process, painting and dyeing spoons among other things. Jaz's partner Lydia (@reaptextiles) creates tool rolls and other functional items from repurposed fabrics. You can learn more about both of them and their work on their website https://jazhandcrafts.com. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 07 Mar 2021 | Chasing the Grain with Greg Nelson | 01:22:58 | |
On episode 4 my guest is Greg Nelson (@chasing_the_grain73). Greg lives in Antioch, Illinois in the USA. Greg was one of the first people I followed when I startet carving and his work has influenced and inspired me. Our conversation covers collecting wood, how we got introduced to spoon carving, the carving process, current routines, spoon design, introducing others to spoon carving, teaching, selling spoons and much more. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 19 Mar 2021 | Green Woodwork with Littlebear Slöjd Julian Jones | 01:06:22 | |
On episode 5 my guest is Julian Jones (@littlebear_sloyd). He recently located to Perth, Australia, where he offers spoon carving workshops, tool sharpening services and where he sells his work at local markets. In this podcast we talk about how he discovered spoon carving, what he enjoys about it so much, how it is to teach and green wood work as a profession. He is creating great content on his YouTube channel littlebear slöjd (https://tinyurl.com/46ur4rhy) and on his website www.littlebearsloyd.com. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Talking Spoons with Marlon C. Marchado | 00:59:25 | |
On episode 6 my guest is Marlon C. Marchado (@marlon_c_marchado) from Brazil. He started carving spoons in 2019 and has been making them ever since. Among other things we talk about his carving process, his great chip carving decorations and the use of local wood varieties such as guava, mango and tamarind. He mentions being influenced by the work of @spoon_carving_with_tom and his preference for using his sharpening system. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 07 Apr 2021 | From Germany to Japan with Rabea Gebler | 00:58:40 | |
On episode 7 my guest is Rabea Gebler (@rabea.gebler) originally from Germany where she studied product design, she recently moved to Japan. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Behind the scenes work: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 21 Apr 2021 | The Gortba way with Daniel Berhe | 01:13:08 | |
On episode 8 my guest is Daniel Berhe (@gortba.slojd). He is from Sweden and recently moved to Portugal with his family, where he is working and living closely with the land. | |||
| 08 May 2021 | Rise Up and Carve with Chuck Trella | 01:33:24 | |
On episode 9 my guest is Chuck Trella @chuck.trella_woodsmyths Chuck is the founder of the online carving meet up, Rise up and carve. This is a daily virtual Spoon carving gathering that started in February 2019. In our conversation Chuck talks about how and why he initially got started carving Spoons and how taking part in @emmet_van_driesche’s Virtual apprenticeship challenge a few years ago with the call to give back, helped him come up with the idea to start RUAC. Since then it has become a fantastic platform for anyone interested in carving to connect with other enthusiastic spoons carvers from around the world. Find Chuck on his Instagram @chuck.trella_woodsmyths and website: www.riseupandcarve.com/ And the rise up and carve group: @riseupandcarve Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 27 May 2021 | Young Talent Lynge Børding | 00:47:29 | |
On episode 10 my guest is Lynge Randen Børding @lynge_carvings. | |||
| 16 Aug 2021 | In our nature with Andreea Grad | 01:00:05 | |
On episode 11 my guest is Andreea Grad (@andreeagrad). She is living in Oregon, USA and only started carving spoons in January of 2021. Since then it has become a big part of her life. We talk doubt how and why she got started, how it has affected her day to day life and why she enjoys the craft so much. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 02 Sep 2021 | Spoon Carving in Aotearoa with Ricky Dey | 00:56:29 | |
On episode 12 my guest is Ricky Dey @t_u_t_t_o___ . Ricky is a fellow kiwi and lives in the Wairarapa on the North Island of New Zealand. Ricky started caving as a way to cope with the grief after losing loved ones. It seems that for many of us it is not just about the spoons but the process of carving and creating. It can offer us comfort, meaning and community. We talk about his life growing up in NewZealand, discovering spoon carving and why it is something he can imagine growing and enjoying for many years to come. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 17 Oct 2021 | Scoops and Spoons with Aaron Garrett | 00:38:27 | |
On episode 13 I talk to Aaron Garrett (@aaron.garrett.uk). Aaron grew up in Uk with an interest in bush craft and when he saw a Spoon Carving demonstration on YouTube he knew it was something he wanted to try. Since carving his first spoon at the end of 2018 he has taught himself how to carve beautiful scoops and spoons which he sometimes sells through his Instagram. He makes really cool and unique scoops that are a recognizable shape of his as well as many other Spoons shapes and styles. Aaron has appeared on the Zed Outdoors YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/zedoutdoors) where he shows his process of carving a scoop and a spoon from log to finish Spoon. This is where I found out about him and I can highly recommend this as a great resource for people wanting to learn more about the process. In this episode we talked about decorating spoons, the carving process, teaching and much more. It’s always a pleasure for me to meet my guests and do these podcasts, I hope you enjoy listening. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com) Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly Music: Pixabay | |||
| 08 Dec 2021 | Stones and Wood with Jan Leuschner | 01:21:39 | |
On episode 14 my guest is Jan Leuschner (@Jan_Leuschner). We talked about his experience working with various materials at school and his time learning and working as a stone mason. Jan now carves beautiful spoons, bowls and kuksas in his free time. We talk about the technical details of spoon carving as well as what draws him to the craft and working with his hands. An influence he mentions during our conversation is David Fisher (https://davidffisher.com) who has a lot of great information on his DFbowlcarfer YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/DFbowlcarver). Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly | |||
| 28 Jan 2022 | Slöjd in Sweden with John Beya | 01:24:39 | |
On episode 15 my guest is John Beya @johns_slojd. John was born and grew up in Sweden where Sloyd was part of life. He lives there today with his family. John carves beautiful spoons and kuksa among other things and he often decorates them with amazing kolorossing and chip carving. We talk about his carving process, why he likes to keep things simple in regards tot tools and wood and how it is to carve and live in nature. Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly | |||