Work by the artists of Splinter Group in Austin

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Thoughtfully Handcrafted showcases an eclectic collection of functional wood crafted artwork, both freestanding and wall pieces, from member artists of Splinter Group, a hands-on makers space in Austin, featuring handmade works in wood, metal, ceramics, jewelry, painting, and finishes. Participating craftsmen include James Felton Graham, J Felton Design; Mathew Hedgepath Smith, Hedgepath Woodworks; Philip Hernandez, Domi Goods; Rhodes Hinman; Bruce Koach; Alex Lohn; Alessandro Maria ; Adam Owens, Adam Tablemaker; Brian Shimansky, Shimansky Design; Mark Macek | Michael Maximo; Ivan Walker; Shota Yamaguchi, SYD Furniture.

“We are so excited to bring work from Splinter Group,” says curator Elena Rodriguez. “Exhibitions like this highlight the beauty of bespoke art and the talents of master craftsmen.”

About Splinter Group

Splinter Group began in 1998 with six tenants and 5000 square feet.  In 2019, we relocated to our current warehouse of 22,000 square feet, at 3508 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, Texas 78702.  Splinter Group has been a major destination at the East Austin Studio Tour every year since its inauguration in 2001.

The mission of the Splinter Group is to provide affordable and high-quality workshop space to artisans, craftspeople, and fabricators in Austin, Texas.  Splinter Group is a hands-on, makers space.  Our tenants are members of a community who share common goals: devotion to craft, full-time professional practice, and willingness to act together.  Our members produce handmade works in wood, metal, ceramics, jewelry, painting, and finishes.  We have found that the benefits of a shared workshop far outweigh the disadvantages. When we exchange technical knowledge, creative vision, and professional references with each other, our individual practices flourish and grow.

Participating Artists
Alex Lohn

Alessandro Maria 

Shota Yamaguchi, SYD Furniture

James Felton Graham, J Felton Design

Adam Owens, Adam Tablemaker

Bruce Koach

Brian Shimansky, Shimansky Design

Rhodes Hinman

Philip Hernandez, Domi Goods

Mark Macek

Mathew Hedgpath Smith, Hedgepath Works

Ivan Walker

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