Lewis Picker, Year 11, Patterson River Secondary College, Carrum, Vic
Teacher: Marcus Butler
Radiata pine, copper
H720mm x W450mm x D300mm
Students were asked to research design movements and incorporate an influence from at least one in their final design of a timber product. Lewis used Digital Design as his starting point and combined it with his interest in heraldry, using contemporary techniques to create an old-style aesthetic. Lewis combined laser cutting and etching with hand cut rebate joins, loose tenons, dowels and lamellos – finishing his cabinet with a handmade copper handle of his own design. Lewis was also very selective of the grain for his components, particularly with the applied laser cut figures and alignment of the doors.
Photos: Marcus Butler