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 David Gary started woodworking while in the "Gompers" branch of Seattle Community College, doing commissions and trades for friends. Following school, he moved his shop into the basement of a fellow furniture maker, Curt Minier. They established a cooperative shop in Pioneer Square called "Second Floor Woodworks" and were both founding members of the "Northwest Gallery of Fine Woodworking".
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Over time his work has been influenced by both historical furniture traditions and the more recent explorations of the crafts movement. As he developed as a designer it became clear to him that he was drawn to simple, graceful lines and craftsmanship. He fell in love with the furniture of the Shakers and the furniture at the height of the Craftsman period, as expressed by Greene and Green Architects of Southern California. |
Koa, Walnut, Ebony
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 In his designs, he emphasize clean simple lines, a careful balance of form and function, and a synthesis of traditional furniture with a modern use of materials, design and presentation. He uses a variety of exposed joinery and pays careful attention to craftsmanship and detailing. He attempts to highlight the beauty of the wood by attending carefully to color, intensity, contrast and wood figure. His finish is either a catalyzed varnish or lacquer. Both are applied to create a low luster, wood textured, extremely durable finish that emulates a traditional oil finish without the drawbacks of oil.
David became a member of Artwood in March of 2005 after showing in the gallery for a few years.
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