For over 15 years, John May has created both decorative vessels and functional objects on the lathe. Since acquiring a love for wood from his father (one of the pioneers of studio woodturning in the U.S.), May has continued to refine his craft, even while exhibiting at some of the most prestigious craft shows in the country. Every piece is turned by hand, using the limitations of the lathe-turning process to refine and carefully control the balance, form and proportion of each piece. The results are works that are elegant and contemporary in design.

Boomer & Crash

Exhibitions:

Objects for Use, 2001, American Craft Museum, New York, NY

The Smithsonian Craft Show
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show
The American Craft Exposition
The Cherry Creek Arts Festival
The St. Louis Art Fair
Crafts at the Castle
American Crafts Council shows in Baltimore and San Francisco

 

John's work has also been featured in Home Magazine and he has been a juror for the Morristown Craft Market.