J. Suris

Handcrafted Wood Cabinets and Furniture

Artist Statement

Although I primarily work with wood I am fascinated by the alchemy of mixing various materials such as antler, stone, bone and found materials into my work to achieve the calling of each piece. My recent work takes the form of intimate cabinets and magic furniture, figurative spirit beings and sometimes surprising representations of my journey into the "listening place"--a place I find myself in as I hold gathered materials in my hands before I begin working.

My purpose is to share what I have found and felt through my artwork as a communication with others for growth, healing and love.

My past art experience includes sculpture, ceramic sculpture, metalsmithing, performance, sound and video.

Current works feature and honor the fallen trees and discarded roots of the Chama River Valley gathered in Abiquiu for these pieces.

Handcrafted Wood Cabinets and Furniture

Handcrafted drum cabinets

Spirit figures

Gourd rattles

Works range in size from 3 inches to 8 feet and are hand painted and/or carved with stone or bone inlay