John Knapp, Wooden Hand Mirrors

John Knapp has always loved working with wood and has returned to this passion since retiring from Chrysler Provings Grounds in 1996. He especially likes to finish pieces in their natural colors rather than staining. He uses jatoba, wenge, red heart, bubinga, zebra, lacewood, birdseye maple, curly maple along with walnut and cherry. He makes beautiful assymetrically hand mirrors that are heirloom quality, as well as jewelry boxes, end tables, sofa tables and wall mirrors. He also does commission work, such as making nine walnut benches for the McKune Library.