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FEATURE
Maker of the Year 2021
Presenting the winners, runners-up and finalists.
It’s not easy comparing 371 beautiful items of fine woodwork, all made with heartfelt intent.
However our judges were tasked with choosing this year’s Overall Winner, along with winners and runners-up for the six entry categories for Maker of the Year 2021 presented by Carbatec. Their selections are presented here, along with the finalists. We thank our judging team for the consideration they brought to a difficult task.
The introduction of a World category has brought a new perspective, with
around a fifth of entries coming from the UK, USA, Europe and Asia.
This year’s entries now make up an extraordinary collection of work and stand as a testament to creativity and skill, perhaps in spite of the challenge of our times.
A huge thanks go to our highly valued sponsors Carbatec, Felder Group Australia and Whittle Waxes! With their industry presence and a $20,000 prize pool, these companies have
laid their support on the line for the communities they serve.
Most of all we thank those who chose to support this initiative by entering
– we hope to present your work again next year. Details for Maker of the Year 2022 will be announced in February.
Lastly, we congratulate the award winners and especially our Overall Winner 2021, William Bayliss!
See all the entries at www.woodreview.com.au/moty
Note: photos shown without image credits were taken by the maker.
Overall Maker of the Year, William Bayliss: Bunyjul Occasional
Table, jarrah, rock maple. ‘Meaning frillneck lizard in the Nugal-warra language, Bunyjul explores organic shapes and textures to create a form that is both sculptural and whimsical. There’s an obvious nod to Alan Peters’ Fan Table in this design, but I’ve taken Peters’ basic form in a more organic direction. “Through others, we become ourselves.”
– Lev Vygotsky ’
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