ABOUT THE ARTIST

Oregon wood artist, David Selditz draws his inspiration from studies of Asian architectural form and structures. Artfully blending exotic and native hardwoods, he crafts his “pagoda boxes” in a manner that pays homage to the philosophy of beauty through simplicity.

Initially introduced to woodworking while stationed in Fort Bragg, NC, David pursued woodworking after leaving the military and eventually was able to set up a small, one-man workshop.

Though primarily self-taught, David has honed his skills through participation in workshops with some of the finest woodworkers in the Northwest.

ABOUT THE WORK

Classic Asian architectural elements are expressed in the design of David’s pagoda boxes.

Each piece consists of three structures: base, container and lid. Through a painstaking process of construction, using a variety of hardwoods, David fabricates his boxes. Though sometimes similar in form to others, each box is unique and a one-of-a-kind piece.

"My work is rooted in Asian architctural style and form. I am drawn to this style because it pays homage to the philosophy fo beauty through simplilcity...from my pagoda and jewelry boxes to mirrors and accessories, each piece is crafted individually. I have chosen not to be a production shop and am proud of the quality and detail in everything I produce...my work consists of a spontaneous mix of domestic and tropical hardwoods, such as quarter-sawn white and red oak, cocobolo, bocote and Honduras mahogany. Each piece differs from one to the next, always evolving in shape, form and function."

EXHIBITIONS AND SHOWS

2000, “Studio Wood/ The New Frontier,” Patina Gallery, Santa Fe, NM
1999, “Best of the Northwest,” Portland, OR
1999, Pacific Northwest Art Fair, Bellevue, WA
1998, Siskiyou Woodcraft Guild Show, Siskiyou, OR