process

My taller (studio), Tumbén-Ka, Tulum, Mexico, 2022

As a wood sculptor, my process is both challenging and deeply rewarding. Each piece begins with the selection of wood, often sourced from fallen trunks in the surrounding jungle. Every tree carries its own history, density, and character, which ultimately shapes the final work.

Once the wood is chosen, I begin by sketching and responding to the natural form of the material. This stage allows the sculpture to reveal itself gradually, guiding decisions before carving begins. From there, I work slowly and intuitively, carving away the wood to uncover the figure within.

Patience and precision are essential throughout the process. I use a range of hand tools — chisels, gouges, and sandpaper — to build texture, depth, and presence. The work evolves over time, shaped by both intention and the material itself.

As a piece nears completion, I step back to observe and refine, making subtle adjustments until it feels resolved. The result is a singular sculptural form, shaped by place, process, and careful attention — a practice that continues to challenge and inspire me.

A person carving a large wooden sculpture of a fish, lying on the sandy ground with tools and equipment around.
A person with a mask, wearing a black T-shirt and shorts, is using a chainsaw to carve a large wooden object surrounded by lush green tropical plants. In the background, there is a view of the beach, ocean, and a yellow building.
A man working on a wooden sculpture in a woodworking shop, wearing a cap, headphones, and sunglasses, with a tool belt and various tools nearby.
A man cutting a fallen tree with a chainsaw in a dense forest.
Man standing in the back of a blue pickup truck holds a large, polished wooden sculpture, with two other men nearby observing, in a tropical outdoor setting with palm trees and wooden stairs.
A wooden sculpture of a woman with a hat, surrounded by children sitting on a large log, in an outdoor setting with buildings and vehicles in the background.
A man standing on sandy ground next to two large wooden bird sculptures with long beaks, in a tropical setting with lush green plants and a thatched hut in the background.
A man wearing headphones, a white t-shirt, and khaki shorts is carving a large wooden sculpture of a face with intricate details in an outdoor workshop under a thatched roof.
A collection of wooden sculptures of abstract human figures displayed outdoors in a yard with trees and a brick wall in the background.
Four people working together in a dense forest, cutting and clearing fallen logs and branches during a tree removal or forest clearing activity.
A man wearing a mask and necklace carves a detailed face into a large piece of wood, possibly creating a sculpture of a sleeping animal or person.
A man is working on a wooden sculpture of a woman with arms raised, set on a concrete platform surrounded by lush tropical plants including banana trees. The workspace has tools like a chainsaw, angle grinder, and protective gear, with sawdust scatte
A shirtless man wearing headphones and shorts working on a large piece of wood outdoors, with tools and a piece of paper with a square object on it in front of him.
A cut tree trunk surrounded by sawdust and wood debris, with a chainsaw and a cap nearby on the ground.
A shirtless man with sunglasses and brown shorts is standing outside during the daytime, using a saw to cut a large wooden log. The logs are stacked on the ground, and a building and a vehicle with
A man wearing a safety mask, ear protection, and gloves is carving a large wooden sculpture outdoors with a power grinder. The sculpture is leaning against a brick wall, and a partially constructed wooden structure is in the background.
A man is shirtless and wearing safety headphones, goggles, and a face mask while using an orange chainsaw to cut a piece of wood in a workshop.
A shirtless man at night tending to a small campfire outdoors, with visible sparks and flames, under a dark sky with a few bright full moons.